Mainframe Support – DB2/IMS Systems Programmer / Engineer

Dataconsol Private Limited; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Dataconsol Private Limited is seeking a Mainframe Support professional with SME-level DB2 experience across installation, administration, and DR. The role covers DB2 on z/OS, GDPS recovery, SMP/E, and integration with LPAR IPL processes.

The ideal candidate will have strong JCL/ISPF, z/OS command knowledge, and the ability to work with vendors and multi-platform environments including Linux and Windows. Collaboration and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• SME-level knowledge of DB2 installation and system administration.
• Experience configuring and using SMP/E tools.
• Experience with Db2 logging and system recovery including GDPS.
• Experience integrating the DB2 subsystem into LPAR IPL processes.
• Experience with DB2 storage groups and SysPlex.
• Experience applying patches and updates (HIPER, PTFs, service packs).
• Ability to monitor performance and analyze incidents for stability.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and configure DB2 software and related tools.
• Support DB2 disaster recovery environments.
• Design and document technical solutions for complex systems.
• Generate technical documentation for operations and support teams.
• Support lifecycle management of DB2 software including deployment.
• Apply vendor patches and updates (HIPER, PTFs, service packs, APARs).
• Monitor systems and analyze performance issues.
• Identify patterns in incidents and improve system stability.

Skills

DB2 installation

z/OS knowledge

SMP/E tools

Performance tuning

GDPS disaster recovery

DB2 SysPlex

Tools

Omegamon

Splunk

MXG

Job description

Mainframe Support – DB2/IMS Systems Programmer / Engineer

Experienced z System DB2 Infrastructure Software Engineer with SME-level knowledge of installation, software-system administration, and support processes using SMP/E through the removal of software components.

Requirements:

• SME-level knowledge of DB2 installation and system administration processes.
• Experience configuring and using SMP/E tools.
• Experience working with Db2 logging and system recovery including GDPS.
• Experience incorporating the DB2 subsystem into LPAR IPL processes.
• Experience working with DB2 storage groups.
• Experience implementing performance features for buffer pools and DB2 system components.
• Experience managing DB2 data sharing environments including DB2 SysPlex.
• Experience installing DB2 and DB2 administration tools across development, testing, and production environments.

Basic Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of TSO and ISPF.
• Working knowledge of z/OS operations and commands.
• Strong understanding of JCL and job stream creation.
• Knowledge of z/OS dataset configurations.
• Experience working with PDS, PDSE, and VSAM file systems.
• Experience with zFS and Unix commands.
• Ability to work across multiple platforms including z/OS, Linux, and Windows.
• Understanding of ITSM processes including incidents and change management.

Additional Skills:

• Experience with enterprise monitoring tools such as Omegamon, MXG, and Splunk.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with teams.
• Experience working with vendors to resolve technical issues.
• Ability to use AI tools to analyze system data and recommend solutions.
• Ability to use Microsoft 365 Copilot for documentation and communication.

Responsibilities:

• Install, maintain, and configure DB2 software and related tools.
• Support DB2 disaster recovery environments.
• Design and document technical solutions for complex systems.
• Generate technical documentation for operations and support teams.
• Support the lifecycle management of DB2 software including planning and deployment.
• Apply vendor patches including HIPER fixes, PTFs, service packs, and APAR updates.
• Monitor systems and analyze performance issues.
• Identify patterns in incidents and improve system stability.

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