Mainframe Db2 Database Administrator

Overview DXC Technology (NYSE:DXC) - where brilliant people embrace change and seize opportunities to advance their careers and amplify customer success. People are the heart of our business. We support each other and work as a team, globally and locally to deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues. We live in more than 70 countries, speak multiple languages and work with over 6,000 customers on almost every continent. We use the power of technology to deliver technology services that move the world. DXC.com DXC is a leading global provider of products, technologies, solutions and services to consumers and business. The company/'s offerings span IT infrastructure, global services, imaging and printing. We invent, engineer and deliver technology solutions that drive business value, create social value and improve the lives of our customers. The Role We are seeking a skilled Mainframe System Db2 Database Administrator to join our Database team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the administration of the Database environment, performance tuning, backup and recovery. Key Responsibilities - Support mainframe database software and environment to best practise standards. - Design, recommend and/or implement solutions to address database related performance (or other) issues. - Troubleshoot when issues arise. - Maintain operational focus to support all SLAs. - Participate in rostered 24x7 support. - Support and advise the applications development teams. - Attend regular meetings within the technology and applications teams and collaborate on operational and initiative-based projects. Skills & Experience Essential - A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Database Administration role. - DB2 for zOS Systems Database Administration experience - Proficient in database design and development. - Knowledge of DB2 for zOS database technologies and database design principles - Experienced in Application performance tuning and optimization. - Solid SQL coding knowledge, preferably with SQL Tuning/Advanced SQL experience. - Good Analytical and problem-solving skills - Understanding and support of Backup and recovery processes - Good oral and written communication skills, with ability to communicate complex technical concepts to business and IT colleagues. - Working knowledge of IBM DB2 Housekeeping and performance analysis toolset, i.e. Automation Tool, Admin Tool, Query Monitor, SQL Performance Analyzer Desirable - Experience performing Db2 software upgrades and maintenance. - Exposure to mainframe Db2 systems Monitoring, methodologies and toolsets - Understanding of Cyber, Risk and Audit processes - Knowledge in Scripting - Knowledge in Disaster Recovery concepts, Data Modelling, Network, and Storage - Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology or related fields How to apply If you would like to be part of a culture that drives innovation, delivers results, rewards performance and encourages ideas, then please press the "Apply Now" button to submit your resume. Equal Opportunity DXC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome submissions from people from all walks of life. We celebrate our diversity and recognise it is the unique contributions of our people that give us our edge. Accommodation of special needs for qualified candidates may be considered within the framework of the DXC Accommodation Policy. In addition, DXC Technology is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to support qualified individuals with physical and mental disabilities. At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Recruitment fraud notice is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process. More information on employment scams is available here. #J-18808-Ljbffr