We are excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for a DB2 Database Administrator (DBA) – Power Systems Specialist with our client. Below are the details of the role:
Title: DB2 Database Administrator (DBA) – Power Systems Specialist
(Project-Based Engagements)
Location: Remote
Summary: Seeking an experienced DB2 DBA for on-demand, project-based
engagements (typically 3–4 months) to support critical database
operations, including migrations, upgrades, and integrations across
multiple DB2 databases on IBM Power9/Power10 systems (including Rep, WP,
ABE, and Misc) on IBM Power9 systems, with potential migration to
Power10. The role focuses on performance tuning, maintenance, upgrades,
and troubleshooting to ensure system reliability, efficiency, and
scalability.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Database Management & Maintenance
o Perform regular index cleanup, re-indexing, and database
optimization.
o Oversee upgrades of DB2 databases, operating systems, and
associated tools.
o Ensure database health across production, test, and development
environments.
o Execute database upgrades (DB2, OS), migrations (legacy to
Power9/Power10), and re-indexing/cleanup during defined project windows.
o Support disaster recovery (DR) testing, failovers, and performance
tuning for time-sensitive initiatives.
2. Migrations & Hardware Upgrades
o Execute migrations from legacy hardware to modern Power9/Power10
systems (occasional).
o Plan and validate disaster recovery (DR) failovers, migrations,
and runtime testing.
3. Performance & Troubleshooting
o Diagnose and resolve SQL query issues (e.g., slowness, incomplete
returns) from Deloitte IES code.
o Troubleshoot system/technical issues, including database
connectivity and performance bottlenecks.
4. Collaboration & Documentation
o Partner with developers and infrastructure teams to optimize SQL
and system configurations.
o Maintain documentation for migrations, upgrades, and DR
procedures.
Required Skills & Experience:
· 5+ years as a DB2 DBA, with expertise on IBM Power Systems
(Power9/Power10).
· Proven experience managing large-scale DB2 environments (50+
databases).
· Strong SQL tuning, indexing strategies, and performance
optimization skills.
· Familiarity with scripting (Shell, Python, etc.) for
automation of maintenance tasks.
· Knowledge of DR planning, replication, and HA
configurations.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Certifications in DB2 or IBM Power Systems.
· Experience with Power9-to-Power10 migrations.
Work Mode: Remote / virtual
Contract-Based Engagement: Multiple short-term, on-demand assignments
(3–4 months) aligned with project timelines (upgrades, migrations,
integrations).
