Full-time | Direct Hire | Remote Position - Working Eastern Time Hours We seek a production DBA to manage DB2 databases on the IBM i for our large enterprise client. This is a remote position working Eastern time business hours. Candidates must live in the US, preferably on the East Coast.
*** Please note: This position involves 65% DB2 DBA / 35% Application Programming (RPG). ***
Responsibilities:
- Supports the design and implementation of new database environments and the redesign of existing systems to fulfill business needs.
- Monitors and evaluates the performance of IBM i DB2 databases.
- Troubleshoots database performance issues.
- Manages database objects Libraries, views, tables, stored procedures, and triggers.
- Supports developers and the testing team by maintaining test environments and configuring databases to development specifications.
- Work with application development teams to develop data models that support business processes.
- Ensure DB changes adhere to best practices.
- Review all proposed database changes proposed by IBMi development team.
- Creates technical support documentation for databases.
- Acts as an SME on IBMI database structure and environment.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of IBM i/iSeries/AS400 experience
- 7+ years of experience supporting DB2 for IBM i databases in an enterprise environment; experience working with enterprise applications.
- Proven experience with key relational database concepts such as database normalization, referential integrity, index strategy, and transaction isolation.
- Expert knowledge of the DB2 for I SQL language.
- Advanced knowledge of trigger concepts, methodologies, and implementation.
- In-depth experience diagnosing and remediating Db2 for iDatabase performance issues using tools such as Plan Cache, Visual Explain, Index Advisor, Detailed Database Monitor, or similar tools.
- Expert knowledge of modern RPG programming language. (ILE/Free).
- Strong analytic and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
- Hands‑on experience using system performance tools such as Job Watcher, Collection Services, PEX Analyzer, or similar tools (preferred).
- Experience using Turnover, Aldon, or similar change management tools.
- U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders only; we are unable to accept 3rd party candidates, transfer a visa, or provide sponsorship at this time.
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
- Stable and growing $2.5B healthcare company serving customers across the USA (Company has grown organically and through acquisitions)
- Ongoing Business and Technology transformations
- Matching 401k, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Tuition Reimbursement, & more
- Work/Life Balance