DB2 Systems Programmer

DB2 Systems Programmer

NTT DATA Services is currently seeking a DB2 Systems Programmer to join our team in Buffalo, New York (US-NY), United States (US). This is a hybrid role. Candidates must live in, live or a commutable distance from Buffalo, New York. We are adding a DB2 System Programmer to the US team as part of the DB2 Support Team to undertake all sys prog aspects of DB2 for z/OS. The environment the team is responsible for is large, with 50+ DB2 subsystems across various mainframes and geographies. Your responsibility as a DB2 System Programmer will be to ensure the performance, integrity, maintenance and security of our database estate in the US. You'll be involved in the planning and development of the databases, as well as in troubleshooting any issues on behalf of the users.

As a DB2 Systems Programmer for z/OS, you will:

• Install and test new versions of DB2
• Provide 2nd and 3rd Level Support for applications that use DB2.
• Ensure support and management of distributed DB2 connections.
• Ensure stability and integrity of a highly responsive OLTP (CICS) DB2 environment.
• Establish the needs of users and monitor user access and security
• Monitor performance and manage parameters in order to provide fast responses to front-end users
• Develop, manage and test back-up and recovery plans
• Ensure that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctly
• Carry out capacity planning
• Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security
• Manage the security and disaster recovery aspects of a database.
• Ensure there is provision for data security and recovery control (ensuring all data is retrievable in an emergency)
• Ensure that we use supported versions for all database and monitoring solutions.

Required Skills:

• Ability to provide 2nd and 3rd level support for production incidents and application issues.
• Knowledge of DB2 security administration, access control, user authorization, and audit requirements.
• Good understanding of mainframe technologies such as z/OS, CICS, JCL, TSO/ISPF, RACF, SMP/E, VSAM, SDSF, and batch processing.
• Experience with DB2 performance and monitoring tools (OMEGAMON, IBM DB2 Query Monitor, BMC, CA/Broadcom, RMF, SMF, or similar tools).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work with technical, application, operations, and business teams.

Basic Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience as a DB2 Systems Programmer, in a mainframe/z/OS environment.
• 7+ years of hands-on experience with DB2 installation, migration, testing, maintenance, and/or troubleshooting.
• 7+ years of DB2 performance monitoring, tuning, subsystem parameters, and/or workload management.
• 7+ years of experience with DB2 backup, recovery, archiving, storage management, and/or disaster recovery procedures.
• 3+ years of experience supporting CICS-DB2 OLTP environments.
• 3+ years of experience supporting distributed DB2 connectivity and application interfaces.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with DB2 data sharing, high availability, disaster recovery testing, and Parallel Sysplex.
• Knowledge of automation or scripting using REXX, CLIST, JCL, or scheduling tools.
• Experience working in enterprise production support environments with formal change, incident, and problem management processes.

About NTT DATA:

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this hybrid role is $106,575-$142,100. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position in the Buffalo, NY area. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client's needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees.

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