Mainframe DB2 Systems Programmer

Kyndryl; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kyndryl is seeking a skilled DB2 Systems Programmer in Phoenix, Arizona with 7–12 years of mainframe experience. In this role, you will install, configure, and manage their DB2 for z/OS subsystem while ensuring optimal performance and availability through effective troubleshooting, maintenance, and disaster recovery strategies.

Your expertise in DB2 utilities and various programming tools will support the team in managing system-level issues and enhancing subsystem configurations. Join us to contribute to high-availability environments for our clients.

Qualifications

• 7–12+ years of mainframe experience.
• 3–5+ years in DB2 Systems Programming/Administration.
• Deep knowledge of ZPARMs and subsystem configuration.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain DB2 for z/OS subsystems.
• Monitor and tune DB2 system-level performance.
• Manage and support DB2 Data Sharing environments.

Skills

Mainframe experience

DB2 Systems Programming

Troubleshooting skills

JCL

Performance optimization

Tools

DB2 Utilities

OMEGAMON

JIRA

SQL

Job description

Responsibilities

DB2 Installation & Configuration

• Install, configure, and maintain DB2 for z/OS subsystems
• Perform version upgrades, patching (PTFs/APARs), and system maintenance
• Manage subsystem configuration and initialization parameters
• Maintain core DB2 components: ZPARMs (DSNZPARM), Buffer pools, Logs and BSDS, Catalog and directory

Performance & Capacity Management

• Monitor and tune DB2 system‑level performance (CPU, memory, I/O)
• Optimize buffer pools, locking and concurrency, thread and connection performance, and support capacity planning using DB2 and system tools

High Availability & Data Sharing

• Manage and support DB2 Data Sharing environments (Sysplex), Coupling Facility integration, workload balancing and failover
• Ensure DB2 availability and resilience through disaster recovery strategies

System Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Analyze and resolve subsystem failures, dumps, logs, abends and connectivity issues affecting DB2 operations
• Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive actions
• Support interaction with Batch (JCL), CICS, IMS, MQ and distributed systems

Required Qualifications

• 7–12+ years of mainframe experience
• 3–5+ years in DB2 Systems Programming / Administration
• Experience with IBM DB2 for z/OS and Replication products (Qrep, SQLrep and CDC): software installation, version upgrades and maintenance, certification testing, documentation of operational procedures, disaster recovery testing
• Deep knowledge of ZPARMs and subsystem configuration, buffer pools, logs, BSDS, catalog and directory
• Strong troubleshooting skills for system‑level DB2 issues, performance and connectivity problems
• Proficiency in JCL, TSO/ISPF, SDSF, SMP/E (preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with DB2 utilities and performance tools
• Monitoring tools such as OMEGAMON and MainView
• Knowledge of DevOps tools for mainframe (Endevor, ISPW, etc.)
• Exposure to cloud integration or hybrid architectures
• Experience with large‑scale DB2 upgrades or migrations
• Performance optimization initiatives
• Knowledge of modernization tools such as z/OS Connect and APIs
• Experience with software support for BMC for DB2 Tools, IBM z/OS Connect, Software AG ADABAS and Natural products
• Programming experience with REXX
• Working knowledge of SQL, JIRA, SMP/E, RACF, TCP/IP, network certificates, Splunk
• Working knowledge of other mainframe subsystems such as CICS, IMS, and MQ

Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.