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The Role As a Systems Programmer at Kyndryl, you'll have the opportunity to shape the very foundation of the technology that drives our world. Your work will involve developing, testing, and maintaining the software that controls a computer's operating system, hardware, and other systems software. You'll be a master troubleshooter and problem-solver, with the skills to fix even the most complex issues that arise. Not only will you be responsible for ensuring the security of our computer systems, but you'll also work closely with other IT professionals to design and implement cutting-edge technology that keeps Kyndryl ahead of the curve. In this role, you'll provide the underlying Mainframe operating system platform programming and DBDC subsystem programming support that forms the backbone of our applications. You'll guide functional objectives on technologies and make use of your expert knowledge to drive solutions to complex problems. As a leader in this field, you'll also be expected to conduct RCA discussions for the products you work on and provide ongoing technical and operational guidance to lead professional work teams. You may even manage departments on a national or international level, defining objectives and managing resources to ensure the success of your projects. Your expertise will be crucial in influencing people outside of your department or function, and you'll have the opportunity to directly shape the technology landscape of the world we live in. If you're looking for an exciting and challenging role in the fast-paced world of systems programming, Kyndryl is the place for you! Key Responsibilities: To lead DB2 z/OS projects and initiatives, working together with experienced DB2 z/OS and IMS DBAs. To work closely with IMS and DB2 z/OS System Programmers on IMS and DB2 z/OS systems and tools upgrades. To provide DBA support to a list of critical applications that use DB2 z/OS and IMS databases/transactions. The individual will need to work with vendor personnel to achieve timely solutions of database problems. System programming knowledge of multiple DBMS's is a bonus. The individual will need to participate in on-call responsibilities. Who You Are Youre good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, youre open and borderless naturally inclusive in how you work with others. Required Skills and Experience 8+ years of professional experience in IMS and DB2 database administration. BMC COPE and IBM tools for IMS and DB2. Hands-on experience with IMS/DB2 performance monitoring and automation. Establishing policies and procedures pertaining to database management, DR, maintenance and utilization Strong knowledge of IMS/DB2 utilities, backup/recovery processes, and database tuning techniques. Expertise in IMS Full Function, HALDB, Fast Path, DB2 for z/OS, and various IMS/DB2 utilities. Preferred Skills and Experience Bachelors degree in computer science or a related field. Manage IMS database structures (VSAM, OSAM, HALDB, Fast Path, GSAM), DB2 storage, locking, and referential integrity. Disaster recovery planning, log archive management, DBRC utilities, and forward recovery. Experience with Tools: IBM DB2 V12+, IMS V15, IBM InfoSphere Data Replication (CDC), Query Monitor, SQL Performance Analyzer.
