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# Mainframe DB2 Database Administrator

- **Company:** TECHNOLOGIX INC.
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Unix, Customer Information Control System (CICS), Client Access Licensing, Databases, Data Sharing, IBM DB2, Database Connection, Linux, Z/OS, System Availability, Performance Monitor
- **Published:** September 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/71c41b94-b24d-4c9f-9960-7451aa0b12d3/principal-mainframe-db-database-administrator

## About the Role

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 * Must have 4 years of progressive experience as a mainframe DB2 DBA.
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 * Extensive, demonstrable experience in the administration and architecture of DB2 for LUW (Linux, Unix, Windows) environments, complementing the z/OS experience..
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 * Proven expertise in using DB2 performance monitoring and tuning tools (both IBM and third-party) to manage buffer pools, I/O operations, locking mechanisms, and run time statistics.
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 * Solid knowledge of cross-platform database connectivity, specifically DB2 Connect and its configuration for remote client access.
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 * Deep understanding of DB2 Data Sharing principles, setup, and maintenance for high availability and scalability.
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 * Functional knowledge of DB2 internals, tools, and their usage.
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 * Understanding of replication services(Q-Replication, CDC Replication).
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 * Functional knowledge of database interfaces (connection/batch/CICS/DB2/MQ/distributed).
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 * Functional knowledge of z/OS systems.
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 * Operating system general knowledge for Windows/Unix/Linux.
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 * Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
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 * Ability to work unsupervised and independently seek out and interact with colleagues and outside vendors.
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 * Excellent problem-solving skills.

## Description

The Mainframe DB2 DBA provides support with installation, modification, maintenance, testing, analysis, and performance of applications using mainframe DB2 databases., * Act as a Principal/Lead DBA for complexDB2 environments on both z/OS and Distributed (LUW - Linux, Unix, Windows) platforms, providing senior-level guidance and mentorship.


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