Database Administrator

Project Role : Database Administrator Project Role Description : Design, implement and maintain databases. Install database management systems (DMBS). Develop procedures for day-to-day maintenance and problem resolution. Must have skills : IBM DB2 Database Administration Good to have skills : NA Minimum 7.5 year(s) of experience is required Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

Job Title: Senior DB2 DBA Experience: 8+ Years Employment Type: Full-Time Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced DB2 Database Administrator (DBA) with over 8 years of hands-on experience in managing and supporting IBM DB2 databases. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in database performance tuning, backup and recovery, and automation through scripting. This role requires a proactive individual who can manage complex database environments and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal database performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities: Install, configure, and maintain IBM DB2 LUW and/or z/OS database environments (added Advantage) Perform database tuning, optimization, and capacity planning. Implement and manage backup, recovery, and high availability strategies. Develop and maintain automation scripts using Shell, Python, or Perl for routine DBA tasks. Monitor database health and performance using tools like IBM Data Studio, Toad, or custom scripts. Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues in development, test, and production environments. Apply patches, upgrades, and security updates to DB2 environments. Collaborate with application developers and infrastructure teams to support business requirements. Maintain documentation for database configurations, procedures, and standards. Participate in on-call rotation and provide 24x7 support for critical systems.