Senior DB2 Systems Programmer – Mainframe Expert

The Cigna Group; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 120,800 - 201,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, and dental

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Annual bonus plan

Job summary

A leading health services company is looking for an experienced DB2 Systems Programmer to support and maintain DB2 and related products in a z/OS mainframe environment. The role involves responsibilities such as installing and customizing products, providing technical support, and participating in disaster recovery exercises. Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years of experience, along with leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience as a DB2 Systems Programmer in a z/OS environment.
• Proven ability to debug system and application dumps using IPCS and Abend-aid.
• Demonstrated leadership skills; able to coach, mentor, and direct junior technical resources.

Responsibilities

• Install, customize, support, and maintain DB2 and related products.
• Maintain baseline operations for DB2 test and production systems.
• Provide expert technical support and problem determination for systems and applications.

Skills

Expert-level knowledge of DB2 internals

Debugging system and application dumps using IPCS and Abend-aid

Leadership skills

Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills

Effective communication abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field

Tools

z/OS

TSO/ISPF

Tivoli-Monitoring

Microsoft Office products

JCL, COBOL, Assembler, JAVA, MVS/REXX, ISPF Dialog

Job description

A leading health services company is looking for an experienced DB2 Systems Programmer to support and maintain DB2 and related products in a z/OS mainframe environment. The role involves responsibilities such as installing and customizing products, providing technical support, and participating in disaster recovery exercises. Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years of experience, along with leadership skills and the ability to work collaboratively. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.