Db2 Database Administrator

We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Mid-Level Database Administrator with a strong specialization in IBM DB2. The ideal candidate will also possess solid experience in other DBMS flavours such as Oracle and SQL Server database administration. This role will be responsible for the effective provisioning, installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of database systems, ensuring the highest levels of performance, availability, and security for our diverse range of applications and clients.

Key Responsibilities:

Database Administration:

Performance Tuning:

Backup and Recovery:

High Availability & Disaster Recovery:

Security Management:

Monitoring: Set up and maintain database monitoring tools and alerts to proactively identify and address potential issues.

Patching and Upgrades:

Storage Management:

Troubleshooting: Provide timely and effective resolution to database-related incidents and problems, participating in on-call rotation as required.

Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.

Collaboration: Work closely with application development teams, infrastructure teams, and other IT departments to support application deployments and troubleshoot complex issues.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• 3-6 years of progressive experience as a Database Administrator.

• Strong expertise (3+ years)** in IBM DB2 administration (ideally on Linux/Unix platforms).

• Demonstrable experience (1-2 years)** in Oracle Database administration.

• Demonstrable experience (1-2 years)** in Microsoft SQL Server administration.

• Proficiency in writing and optimizing SQL queries, stored procedures, and functions across different database platforms.

• Experience with database backup and recovery methodologies.

• Familiarity with database monitoring tools and best practices.

• Knowledge of operating systems (Linux/Unix and Windows) as they relate to database environments.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment