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Kyndryl

Managed IT infrastructure and cloud services

Mainframe DB2 Systems Programmer

Database AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 7 years of mainframe experience.
  • At least 3 years of DB2 systems programming or administration experience.
  • Experience with IBM DB2 for z/OS and replication products (Qrep, SQLrep, and CDC), including software installation, version upgrades and maintenance, certification testing, documentation of operational procedures, and disaster recovery testing.
  • Deep knowledge of ZPARMs and subsystem configuration.
  • Deep knowledge of buffer pools, logs, BSDS, and catalog/directory.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for system-level DB2 issues, performance problems, and connectivity problems.
  • Proficiency in JCL, TSO/ISPF, and SDSF.

Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, and maintain DB2 for z/OS subsystems.
  • Perform version upgrades, patching (PTFs/APARs), and system maintenance.
  • Manage subsystem configuration and initialization parameters.
  • Maintain ZPARMs (DSNZPARM), buffer pools, logs and BSDS, and catalog and directory.
  • Monitor and tune DB2 system-level performance, including CPU, memory, and I/O.
  • Optimize buffer pools, locking and concurrency, and thread and connection performance.
  • Support capacity planning and performance analysis using DB2 and system tools.
  • Manage and support DB2 Data Sharing environments (Sysplex), Coupling Facility integration, workload balancing, and failover.
  • Ensure DB2 availability and resilience through disaster recovery strategies.
  • Analyze and resolve subsystem failures, dumps, logs, abends, and connectivity issues affecting DB2 operations.
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive actions.
  • Support interaction with batch (JCL), CICS, IMS, MQ, and distributed systems.
  • Recommend modernization options, identify new business opportunities, and cultivate relationships with other teams and stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of SMP/E.
  • Familiarity with DB2 utilities and performance tools.
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools such as OMEGAMON and MainView.
  • Knowledge of mainframe DevOps tools such as Endevor and ISPW.
  • Exposure to cloud integration or hybrid architectures.
  • Experience with large-scale DB2 upgrades or migrations and performance optimization initiatives.
  • Knowledge of modernization tools such as z/OS Connect and APIs.
  • Experience with software support for BMC for DB2 Tools, IBM z/OS Connect, and Software AG ADABAS and Natural products.
  • Programming experience with REXX.
  • Working knowledge of SQL, JIRA, SMP/E, RACF, TCP/IP, network certificates, and Splunk.
  • Working knowledge of other mainframe subsystems, including CICS, IMS, and MQ.

About the Company

Kyndryl

Managed IT infrastructure and cloud services

Kyndryl provides managed IT infrastructure services for large enterprises, helping them run and modernize their technology environments. Its offerings cover cloud adoption, cybersecurity, security operations, and digital workplace services, all delivered under long-term managed-service contracts. The company works by partnering with major technology providers (including Microsoft) to offer integrated, end-to-end solutions, often complemented by a new security operations center (SOC) and other security capabilities. This focus sets it apart from competitors through scale, enterprise-grade governance, and a history rooted in IBM’s infrastructure services, now independent but aligned with large technology partners. The goal is to support digital transformation by providing reliable, scalable, and secure infrastructure management that enables enterprises to operate efficiently and securely in a cloud-enabled world.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2021

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