Remote DB2 DBA – High Availability & Automation Expert

NTT DATA, Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

NTT DATA, Inc. is seeking an experienced DB2 Database Administrator (DBA) for a remote role serving the UK and Europe. The role focuses on designing, administering, and supporting IBM Db2 on z/OS, with a strong emphasis on security, performance, and automation.

You will maintain SLAs, drive operational efficiency, and collaborate with global teams to deliver resilient database services. The ideal candidate has extensive z/OS DB2 experience and a track record in enterprise environments.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years hands-on experience in IBM z/Mainframe environments with DB2 expertise.
• Deep understanding of Db2 architecture, administration, backup/recovery.
• Experience in production support and database release management.
• Knowledge of RACF/ACF2 and security administration.
• Experience with HA/DR and replication technologies.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and incident/change management.

Responsibilities

• Translate business requirements into technical DB2 specifications.
• Provide production support and release management for Db2 environments.
• Design and maintain physical database structures and configurations.
• Manage application database releases and migrations.
• Implement DB2 security rules and access controls.
• Build and maintain HA/DR and replication environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver services.
• Lead root-cause analysis for incidents and problems.
• Provide guidance on performance monitoring and optimization.

Skills

IBM DB2 for z/OS

Database performance monitoring

Backup and disaster recovery

High availability and replication

RACF/ACF2 security administration

Automation & scripting

ITIL processes

Leadership & stakeholder management

Tools

z/OS tools

Job description

NTT DATA, Inc. is seeking an experienced DB2 Database Administrator (DBA) for a remote role serving the UK and Europe. The role focuses on designing, administering, and supporting IBM Db2 on z/OS, with a strong emphasis on security, performance, and automation.

You will maintain SLAs, drive operational efficiency, and collaborate with global teams to deliver resilient database services. The ideal candidate has extensive z/OS DB2 experience and a track record in enterprise environments.