DB2 Database Operations (Ops) Engineer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: DB2 Database Operations (Ops) EngineerLocation: (City, State) Duration: Contract - 11 months Pay Range: $60/hr $65.6/hr (W2) Job ID: 411528About BCforwardBCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a DB2 Database Operations (Ops) Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in DB2 for z/OS operations, IBM Db2 Analytics Accelerator (IDAA), Db2 Data Gate, and Q-Replication (QRE) and a proven ability to optimize, maintain, and support high-volume enterprise databases while partnering with application teams for agile delivery.Responsibilities:Monitor, maintain, and optimize DB2 for z/OS and distributed application databases to ensure 24/7 availability and performance.Configure, manage, and troubleshoot IBM InfoSphere Q-Replication (QRE) for real-time data streaming and synchronization.Administer and tune IBM Db2 Analytics Accelerator (IDAA) to accelerate complex reporting and analytics workloads.Implement and manage Db2 Data Gate to securely synchronize data from z/OS to cloud-native and distributed analytics platforms.Partner with application teams on schema design, SQL tuning, indexing, and database deployment pipelines.Conduct root cause analysis on performance bottlenecks, locking, and storage constraints.Follow financial sector compliance, data privacy standards, and change management workflows.Required Skills & Qualifications:3 to 5+ years in DB2 Database Operations, Administration, or Application Database Engineering.Hands-on expertise with IBM Db2 Analytics Accelerator (IDAA) and Db2 Data Gate.Strong proficiency with Q-Replication (QRE) configuration and troubleshooting.Solid understanding of database design, logical and physical modeling, and advanced SQL development and tuning.Experience operating in complex, enterprise-grade, high-volume transactional environments.Preferred Skills:Familiarity with American Express technologies, standards, and change control protocols.Background in financial services and regulated environments with audit and compliance frameworks.Automation skills using scripting or pipelines, such as Python, Rexx, JCL, or DevOps toolchains.Relevant certifications such as IBM Certified DBA.Why BCforward?At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:Competitive compensation and benefits.Opportunities for growth with global clients.A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.About Our CommitmentBCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.Interested? Apply Now!If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.