DB2 Admin

Introduction
We are seeking an experienced IBM Db2 Database Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize our Db2 database environments. The ideal candidate will ensure high availability, performance, security, and integrity of our mission-critical database systems running on Linux/Unix/Windows platforms.
Your role and responsibilities
As a Delivery Consultant specializing in Technology Expert Labs for Databases within IBM's Data Platform, you will provide clients with world-class services to optimize the configuration, deployment, adoption, usage, and analysis of their Databases. This role involves working with various database technologies, including Cloudera & Hadoop, Data Stax, Db2, Elastic, EnterpriseDB, Informix, MongoDB, Netezza, and Single Store. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Implement Database Solutions: Deliver expert services to optimize database configuration, deployment, adoption, usage, and analysis for clients, ensuring seamless integration and maximum efficiency.
• Support Client Adoption: Collaborate with clients to understand their database needs and provide tailored solutions to drive adoption and effective usage of database technologies.
• Analyze Database Performance: Apply expertise to analyze database performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement optimization strategies to enhance overall database efficiency.
• Deliver World-Class Services: Provide exceptional services to clients, ensuring high-quality delivery and exceeding client expectations in database management and optimization.
  Required education
  Bachelor's Degree
  Required technical and professional expertise
  Db2 Expertise (Required)
  -6-10 years of hands-on experience with IBM Db2 LUW (Linux, Unix, Windows)
• Strong knowledge of Db2 11.5 and 11.1
• Proficiency in Db2 CLP (Command Line Processor) and SQL
• Experience with Db2 installation, configuration, and upgrade procedures
• Understanding of Db2 architecture, memory management, and storage structures
  Operating Systems
• Strong Linux/Unix administration skills (RHEL, SUSE, AIX preferred)
• Experience with shell scripting (bash, ksh, perl) for automation
• Windows Server administration experience (nice to have)
  Database Skills
• Advanced SQL programming and query optimization
• Experience with stored procedures, triggers, and user-defined functions
• Knowledge of database design principles and normalization
• Understanding of ACID properties and transaction management
  Tools & Technologies
• IBM Data Studio or IBM Data Management Console
• db2top, db2pd, db2support diagnostic tools
• Monitoring tools (IBM Tivoli, Nagios, or similar)
• Version control systems (Git, SVN)
• Ticketing systems (Service Now, JIRA)
  Preferred technical and professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Db2 HADR (High Availability Disaster Recovery) configuration and management
• Knowledge of Db2 pure Scale clustering technology
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS RDS for Db2, Azure, IBM Cloud)
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of other database platforms (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL)
• Experience with data replication tools (IBM Info Sphere CDC, Q Replication)
• Understanding of data warehousing and ETL processes
• Experience with Db2 Warehouse or Db2 Big SQL

Certifications (Preferred)

• IBM Certified Database Administrator
• Db2 11.5 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows
• IBM Certified Advanced Database Administrator
• Db2 11.5
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
• ITIL Foundation certification

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong documentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure during critical outages
• Time management and prioritization skills
• Customer service orientation

Years of Experience:

6 - 10

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Job Title
DB2 Admin
Job ID
112609
City / Township / Village
Mumbai
State / Province
Maharashtra
Country
India
Work arrangement
Hybrid
Area of work
Project Management
Employment type
Regular
Position type
Professional
Travel required
Some travel may be required based on business demand
Company
(0063) IBM India Private Limited
Shift
General (daytime)
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?
No
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