Mainframe z/OS Systems DB2 Programmer
UNIVERSAL Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Mainframe z/OS DB2 Systems Programmer for a hybrid role in New York, NY candidates with active LinkedIn profiles are preferred
POSITION
The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in IBM DB2. Bring deep technical expertise and practical knowledge to support, maintain, and enhance critical DB2 environments. This is a hands-on role requiring a self-motivated professional who can quickly adapt and contribute to a high-performance team managing large-scale mainframe systems.
WHO WE ARE
UNIVERSAL Technologies, LLC is a Women-Owned (M/WBE) IT solutions and consulting company focused on delivering enterprise systems that significantly improve our clients' IT performance. We work across the IT spectrum including Development, Business/Systems/Data Analysis, Project Management, Cyber Security, Network Engineering, and High-Level System Architecture.
We take pride in placing talented professionals on mission-critical technology projects that drive public sector transformation and operational excellence.
WHAT WE OFFER Our W2 employees can expect the following benefits:
Competitive pay
Health/Dental Insurance
Group Life Insurance
401K
HSA/FSA
Pre-Tax Transportation Program
Generous Paid Time Off/Holiday Policy
MANDATORY SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years of experience in a relevant technical field
Experience in DB2 Database system recovery
Working knowledge of DB2
Must have experience with VTAM and TCP/IP
A minimum of 10 years of experience working with z/OS, JES2, SMP/E, TSO, IOCP/HCD, basic IBM utilities (IDCAMS, IEFBR14, etc.), program product installations, working knowledge of the IBM virtual tape system, and Unix System Services
Working knowledge of CICS, IMS, and AFP printing is a plus
Experience in using monitoring tools such as OMEGAMON
Experience working with enterprise-wide, large-scale implementations
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Experience with mainframe CPU installs as a systems programmer consultant
Responsibilities include:
Supporting and maintaining DB2 subsystems in a z/OS environment
Performing DB2 software installs, upgrades, and maintenance
Diagnosing and resolving complex DB2 and related product issues
Tuning DB2 for optimal performance and resource utilization
Providing technical leadership and documentation for DB2 best practices
Utilizing a strong knowledge of SMP/E and its role in the installation process
Conducting ongoing maintenance (installing, patching, upgrading, administering, etc.) of the mainframe z/OS operating system, accompanying storage systems, systems software products (e.g., database, transaction server, security management, scheduling, report distribution, etc.), and UNIX Systems Services
Providing Production off-hour coverage and supporting periodic weekend implementations
UNIVERSAL Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.