Job Description

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

5

year(s) of experience is required

Educational Qualification :

15 years full time education



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: o Install, configure, and maintain IBM DB2 LUW and/or z/OS database environments. o Perform database tuning, optimization, and capacity planning. o Implement and manage backup, recovery, and high availability strategies. o Develop and maintain automation scripts using Shell, Python, or Perl for routine DBA tasks. o Monitor database health and performance using tools like IBM Data Studio, Toad, or custom scripts. o Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues in development, test, and production environments. o Apply patches, upgrades, and security updates to DB2 environments. o Collaborate with application developers and infrastructure teams to support business requirements. o Maintain documentation for database configurations, procedures, and standards. o Participate in on-call rotation and provide 24x7 support for critical systems. Required Skills: o 8+ years of experience in DB2 Database Administration (LUW and/or z/OS). o Strong knowledge of DB2 architecture, utilities, and internals. o Proficiency in Replication, SQL tuning, query optimization, and index management. o Solid experience with Linux/Unix environments. o Strong scripting skills in Shell, Python, or Perl for automation and monitoring. o Experience with disaster recovery planning and high availability solutions (e.g., HADR, TSA). o Familiarity with database security, auditing, and compliance. Preferred Qualifications: o Knowledge of DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines. o Exposure to other RDBMS platforms (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server) is a plus. o IBM DB2 certification is highly desirable. Additional Information: - This position is based at our Hyderabad office. - A 15 years full time education is required.




15 years full time education