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Job#: 3011121
Job Description:
IBM DB2 Warehouse Administrator - AWS
Job Summary:
Apex Systems is seeking a highly skilled IBM DB2 Warehouse Edition Administrator with expertise in AWS environments (ECS, S3, CloudWatch, IAM) to manage, optimize, and modernize our customers' data warehouse infrastructure. This role will support data warehouse migration efforts, between AWS accounts, while ensuring performance, reliability, and security. The ideal candidate will combine advanced DB2 administration knowledge with AWS data service proficiency to support ongoing performance tuning, automation, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage migrations of IBM DB2 Warehouse Edition databases from current vendor AWS to the client-managed AWS ECS, ensuring data integrity, minimal downtime, and compliance with security standards.
Administer and optimize IBM DB2 Warehouse Edition for performance, scalability, and high availability in a containerized ECS environment.
Monitor and analyze database performance metrics (CPU, I/O, memory, workload distribution, query response) and implement tuning strategies for ongoing optimization.
Develop automation scripts for health checks, backup/recovery, scaling, and failover management.
Collaborate with existing project team to, deploy, scale and secure DB2 clusters and supporting AWS infrastructure.
Implement and manage backup, recovery for the DB2 environments.
Support ETL optimization and data warehouse performance improvements, working closely with data engineering teams.
Maintain detailed documentation, including migration plans, validation procedures, and system architecture diagrams.
Provide ongoing DBA support including patching, upgrades, performance diagnostics, and incident resolution.
Required Skills and Experience:
8+ years of experience administering IBM DB2 databases, with at least 3+ years supporting DB2 Warehouse Edition in cloud or containerized environments.
Proven experience migrating DB2 data warehouses to AWS and performing cross-account migrations.
Experience in Medicaid, Medicare, or Healthcare data warehouse environments.
Strong proficiency in DB2 utilities, backup/restore operations, and query tuning.
Hands-on experience with AWS ECS, S3, CloudWatch, IAM, and optionally RDS for DB2.
Familiarity with AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) or comparable tools for ETL and replication.
Expertise in Linux shell scripting, automation, and operational monitoring.
Knowledge of database security, auditing, and access control best practices.
Experience supporting change management and release processes within an Agile or DevOps environment.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
AWS Certification (Solutions Architect, Database Specialty, or DevOps Engineer) is a plus.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
IBM DB2 Warehouse Administrator - AWS
Job Summary:
Apex Systems is seeking a highly skilled IBM DB2 Warehouse Edition Administrator with expertise in AWS environments (ECS, S3, CloudWatch, IAM) to manage, optimize, and modernize our customers' data warehouse infrastructure. This role will support data warehouse migration efforts, between AWS accounts, while ensuring performance, reliability, and security. The ideal candidate will combine advanced DB2 administration knowledge with AWS data service proficiency to support ongoing performance tuning, automation, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage migrations of IBM DB2 Warehouse Edition databases from current vendor AWS to the client-managed AWS ECS, ensuring data integrity, minimal downtime, and compliance with security standards.
Administer and optimize IBM DB2 Warehouse Edition for performance, scalability, and high availability in a containerized ECS environment.
Monitor and analyze database performance metrics (CPU, I/O, memory, workload distribution, query response) and implement tuning strategies for ongoing optimization.
Develop automation scripts for health checks, backup/recovery, scaling, and failover management.
Collaborate with existing project team to, deploy, scale and secure DB2 clusters and supporting AWS infrastructure.
Implement and manage backup, recovery for the DB2 environments.
Support ETL optimization and data warehouse performance improvements, working closely with data engineering teams.
Maintain detailed documentation, including migration plans, validation procedures, and system architecture diagrams.
Provide ongoing DBA support including patching, upgrades, performance diagnostics, and incident resolution.
Required Skills and Experience:
8+ years of experience administering IBM DB2 databases, with at least 3+ years supporting DB2 Warehouse Edition in cloud or containerized environments.
Proven experience migrating DB2 data warehouses to AWS and performing cross-account migrations.
Experience in Medicaid, Medicare, or Healthcare data warehouse environments.
Strong proficiency in DB2 utilities, backup/restore operations, and query tuning.
Hands-on experience with AWS ECS, S3, CloudWatch, IAM, and optionally RDS for DB2.
Familiarity with AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) or comparable tools for ETL and replication.
Expertise in Linux shell scripting, automation, and operational monitoring.
Knowledge of database security, auditing, and access control best practices.
Experience supporting change management and release processes within an Agile or DevOps environment.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
AWS Certification (Solutions Architect, Database Specialty, or DevOps Engineer) is a plus.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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