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Mainframe DB2 Systems Programmer

Hybrid in Jersey City, NJ, US • Posted 22 hours ago • Updated 22 hours ago

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12 Months

50% Travel Required

Hybrid

$65 - $68/hr

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mainframe
db2
z/os

Summary

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Position: Mainframe DB2 Systems Programmer

Location: Chandler, AZ/Plano, TX/Charlotte, NC/ Jersey City, NJ

Duration: 12+ Month Contract

Job description

Responsibilities:

DB2 Installation & Configuration

Install, configure, and maintain DB2 for z/OS subsystems
Perform version upgrades, patching (PTFs/APARs), and system maintenance
Manage subsystem configuration and initialization parameters
Maintain core DB2 components:
- ZPARMs (DSNZPARM)
- Buffer pools
- Logs and BSDS
- Catalog and directory

Performance & Capacity Management

Monitor and tune DB2 system-level performance (CPU, memory, I/O)
Optimize:
- Buffer pools
- Locking and concurrency
- Thread and connection performance
Support capacity planning and performance analysis using DB2 and system tools

High Availability & Data Sharing

Manage and support:
- DB2 Data Sharing environments (Sysplex)
- Coupling Facility integration
- Workload balancing and failover
Ensure DB2 availability and resilience through DR strategies

System Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Analyze and resolve:
- Subsystem failures
- Dumps, logs, and abends
- Connectivity issues affecting DB2 operations
Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive actions
Support interaction with:
- Batch (JCL)
- CICS
- IMS
- MQ and distributed systems

Required Qualifications:

7–12+ years of mainframe experience
3–5+ years in DB2 Systems Programming / Administration
Experience with IBM DB2 for z/OS and Replication products (Qrep, SQLrep and CDC) - software installation, version upgrades and maintenance, certification testing, documentation of operational procedures, disaster recovery testing
Deep knowledge of:
- ZPARMs and subsystem configuration
- Buffer pools, logs, BSDS, catalog/directory
Strong troubleshooting skills for:
- System-level DB2 issues
- Performance and connectivity problems
Proficiency in:
- JCL, TSO/ISPF, SDSF
- SMP/E (preferred)

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with:
- DB2 utilities and performance tools
- Monitoring tools (OMEGAMON, MainView)
Knowledge of:
- DevOps tools for mainframe (Endevor, ISPW, etc.)
Exposure to:
- Cloud integration or hybrid architectures
Experience with:
- Large-scale DB2 upgrades or migrations
- Performance optimization initiatives
Knowledge of:
- Modernization tools (z/OS Connect, APIs)
Experience with software support for BMC for DB2 Tools, IBM z/OS Connect, Software AG ADABAS and Natural products
Programming experience with REXX
Working knowledge of SQL, JIRA, SMP/E, RACF, TCP/IP, Network certificates, Splunk
Working knowledge of other Mainframe Subsystems (CICS, IMS, MQ)

Thanks & Regards

Aleem A. Khan

Technical Recruiter

aleem.khan

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Dice Id: 10423087
Position Id: 10610-6733-1787859618
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