DB2 Database Administrator

Prime Inc.
Washington, DC, United States
26 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Compensation
$120,000.0 - $130,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Cluster Analysis Databases Data Validation Data Integrity Extract Transform Load (ETL) Data Mining Data Warehousing IBM DB2 Database Design Database Security Disaster Recovery Failover
+16 more
Monitoring of Systems Network Connections Performance Tuning Release Management SQL Stored Procedures SQL Databases Z/OS Enterprise Software Applications Data Storage Technologies Sql Optimization System Availability Database Optimization Information Technology Database Installation Software Version Control Sql Tuning

Job description

Prime Source is seeking an experienced DB2 Database Administrator. The role will require you to manage, configure, and maintain DB2 databases running on mainframe platforms., The role will require you to manage, configure, and maintain DB2 databases running on mainframe platforms. Perform database installation, upgrades, patches, migrations, and version management. Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and tune DB2 components to ensure high availability. Implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies to meet OCTO/DMV continuity requirements., The Senior DB2 database administrator position requires in-depth knowledge of IBMDB2 database background using with IBM Utilities and BMC tools.

·Support the DESTINY application team by optimizing database queries, stored procedures, packages, and triggers.

·Work closely with developers to integrate enhancements, fixes, and new functionalities aligned with business needs.

·Ensure application releases and data model changes are synchronized with database environments.

·Maintain data integrity through robust data validation, referential integrity, and error-handling practices.

·Enforce database security standards, user access controls, and audit requirements consistent with DC government policies.

·Support compliance with privacy and data protection rules applicable to DMV-related personal information.

·Use DB2 monitoring tools to proactively identify performance bottlenecks.

·Analyze SQL performance, query execution plans, and recommend optimizations.

·Tune databases, memory pools, indexes, and storage structures for improved system throughput.

·Support ongoing fixes, enhancements, and modernization efforts related to the DESTINY system.

·Collaborate with OCTO infrastructure teams on server performance, storage, and network connectivity affecting DB2.

·Implement schema modifications, table restructuring, indexing strategies, and partitioning as required.

·Provides technical knowledge and support to District agencies, personnel, and additional stakeholders

·Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

·15+ years of strong hands-on experience with IBM DB2 (LUW or z/OS depending on environment).

·Expertise in database design, data modeling, schema management, and SQL optimization.

·Knowledge of high-availability technologies (HADR, replication ,failover, clustering).

·Experience supporting complex, transactional, high-volume systems(government or DMV systems ideal).

·Familiarity with ETL processes, Data Mining, Data Storage, Data warehousing

·Knowledge of IBM batch jobs, and integration with enterprise applications.

·Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and performance tuning skills., Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field or equivalent experience

16 yrs. database design, documentation, and coding

16 yrs. SQL experience

16 yrs. designing and implementing reports and report interfaces

strong hands on experience with IBM DB2 (LUW or z/OS depending on environment).

knowledge of high availability technologies (HADR, replication, failover, clustering).

Familiarity with ETL processes, Data Mining, Data Storage, Data warehousing

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description Referral program Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Parental leave 401(k) Health insurance Retirement plan, * 401(k)

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

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