High-Performance Mainframe Database Specialist

2 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia beBeeDatabaseAdministrator Full time $120,000 - $170,000
Mainframe DB2 Database Administrator

We are seeking an experienced professional to manage and optimize DB2 for z/OS environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability across mission-critical systems.

This role involves close collaboration with application development teams, automation of operational tasks, and implementation of robust backup and recovery strategies. Key Responsibilities:

  • Administer and support DB2 for z/OS environments, focusing on application performance, reliability, and regular database health checks and maintenance.
  • Create and manage database objects (e.g tablespaces, tables, indexes, packages) and run DB2 utilities (LOAD, UNLOAD, REORG, RUNSTATS) for physical maintenance.
  • Collaborate with developers to optimize SQL queries and indexing strategies, perform performance tuning, and ensure data integrity best practices are upheld.
  • Automate tasks using JCL, REXX, COBOL, and Python; deploy application releases and troubleshoot related issues.
  • Monitor tablespace capacity, implement security protocols, manage backup and disaster recovery procedures, and maintain technical documentation.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a DB2 DBA in enterprise mainframe environments, with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  • IBM Certified Database Associate or equivalent DB2 for z/OS certification; additional certifications or publications are a plus.
  • Skilled in RACF security management and cross-platform integration (Unix/Windows).
  • Strong scripting abilities in REXX, JCL, and Python.
  • Australian Citizen and Baseline level security clearance required.

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