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Zos DB2 DBA

Marysville, OH, US • Posted 4 days ago • Updated 2 hours ago

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Job Title: z/OS DB2 DBA with SQL Experience Location: Marysville OH (4 day onsite) Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced z/OS DB2 DBA with strong SQL expertise to support enterprise mainframe database environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for DB2 database administration, performance tuning, troubleshooting, backup & recovery, and supporting mission-critical applications running on IBM z/OS systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Administer and maintain DB2 databases on IBM z/OS platform
Perform database installation, configuration, upgrades, and migrations
Monitor database performance and implement tuning recommendations
Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot complex SQL queries and stored procedures
Handle backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and database security activities
Support application teams with database design and SQL optimization
Perform space management, reorgs, runstats, and utility management
Troubleshoot database-related issues and provide root cause analysis
Work with developers, infrastructure, and support teams for production deployments
Ensure database availability, integrity, and compliance with organizational standards

Required Skills:

Strong experience with DB2 Database Administration on z/OS
Hands-on experience with SQL query development and performance tuning
Knowledge of DB2 utilities (REORG, RUNSTATS, COPY, LOAD, RECOVER)
Experience with JCL, TSO/ISPF, SDSF, and mainframe environments
Familiarity with database backup/recovery strategies
Experience with production support and incident management
Understanding of database security and access management
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Preferred Skills:

Experience with IBM tools and mainframe performance monitoring tools
Knowledge of stored procedures, triggers, and database automation
Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodology
Banking or financial domain experience preferred

Experience:

5+ years of DB2 z/OS DBA experience

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 91115137
Position Id: 2026-11517
Posted 4 days ago

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