ADABAS Database Administrator

Job Description:

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 mission critical IT services that move the world.

DXC provides IT managed services and solutions that help our customers do things faster and smarter and provide them with sustainable competitive advantage. We help customers to take advantage of the key technology trends that are shaping the business landscape and get ready for what comes next. At DXC we pride ourselves on delivering excellence in everything we do.

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Adabas Database Administrator to manage, monitor, and optimise Adabas database environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in database administration, system tuning, backup and recovery, and third-party database tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain, monitor, and optimise Adabas database systems.
• Perform routine database maintenance, including backups, restores, and disaster recovery procedures.
• Plan and implement the Upgrades and Maintenance of ADABAS, Natural and all related Software AG and 3rd party products at Vendor supported levels.
• Apply patches and emergency fixes to ensure database stability and security.
• Conduct database performance tuning and optimization.
• Utilize database utilities and third-party tools for monitoring and management.
• Support disaster recovery exercises, ensuring database recoverability.
• Collaborate with Mainframe Systems Programmers to address performance and operational issues.
• Provide 24/7 on-call support and maintain documentation for all completed tasks.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Adabas Database Administrator.
• Strong understanding of Adabas database structures, utilities, and performance tuning techniques.
• Experience with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning for Adabas.
• Knowledge of third-party database management and monitoring tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Must pass background checks compatible with company requirements.
   

Trust, Transform & Thrive with a company whose mission is to lead clients on their digital transformation journeys, DXC Technology will be recognized globally as a force multiplier, enabling clients to seize the opportunities presented by today's rapidly changing technologies.

If you are a self-starter with a strong customer focus and a results oriented approach complimented by your strong verbal and written communication skills, we would like to hear from you.

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.

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.

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