Mainframe Systems Programmer

Job Title : Mainframe Systems Programmer

Location : bangalore

Experience : 9 - 12 years

Job Description

The Db2 Mainframe Systems Programmer is responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, performance optimization, and operational support of IBM Db2 on z / OS systems and associated 3rd-party tools. The role focuses on ensuring high availability, reliability, and efficiency of database environments supporting mission-critical applications within the Distribution sector .

Key Responsibilities

• System Installation & Configuration
• Perform installations, maintenance, patching, and version upgrades for IBM Db2 z / OS and related 3rd-party tools.
• Implement SMP / E processes for product installation and ongoing maintenance.
• Database Administration & Operations
• Manage Db2 system performance, capacity planning, and tuning to ensure optimal database operations.
• Administer Db2 backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions.
• Oversee Db2 subsystem configurations and support hardware / software integrations.
• Security & Compliance
• Implement and maintain Db2 z / OS infrastructure security, including user access, encryption, and digital certificate management.
• Ensure compliance with corporate security policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitoring & Performance Management
• Utilize monitoring tools such as CA Detector, Omegamon, and other Db2 utilities to analyze and optimize performance.
• Manage problem identification, root cause analysis, and resolution in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Automation & Process Improvement
• Develop and implement scripts (REXX, CLIST, JCL) to automate routine maintenance and operational tasks.
• Identify and recommend process and technology improvements for increased system reliability and efficiency.
• Change & Incident Management
• Work within change management frameworks (ServiceNow, ChangeMan) to track, document, and deploy system modifications.
• Provide Level 3 technical support for incidents and participate in on-call rotations as needed.
• Documentation & Collaboration
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date technical documentation, configuration records, and procedural guides.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, storage, and application teams to ensure end-to-end system stability.

Required Skills & Competencies

Qualifications & Experience

Skills Required

Backup Recovery, Servicenow, Changeman, smp e , Tso, Clist, Rexx, Ms Office Suite, Jcl, google chrome , Omegamon