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1000 Kyndryl, Inc.Durham, NC, USA
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Mainframe DB2 Systems Programmer

Mainframe DB2 Systems Programmer

1000 Kyndryl, Inc.Durham, NC, USA
Hace más de 30 días
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Descripción del trabajo

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

About The Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled Mainframe DB2 Systems Administrator to manage and support DB2 for z/OS subsystems in a mission-critical enterprise environment. This role is responsible for installation, configuration, performance tuning, and overall health of DB2 subsystems, ensuring high availability, security, and optimal performance.

*We are looking for team members who can join us onsite 3 days a week at one of our core locations: Phoenix, AZ, Dallas/Houston, TX, Charlotte, NC, or the New Jersey area. If you already live nearby—or are excited about the prospect of relocating to one of these vibrant regions, submit your application — we’d love to hear from you!

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 poolsLogs and BSDSCatalog and directory

Performance & Capacity Management

  • Monitor and tune DB2 system-level performance (CPU, memory, I/O)
  • Optimize:Buffer poolsLocking and concurrencyThread and connection performance
  • Support capacity planning and performance analysis using DB2 and system tools

High Availability & Data Sharing

  • Manage and support:DB2 Data Sharing environments (Sysplex)Coupling Facility integrationWorkload balancing and failover
  • Ensure DB2 availability and resilience through DR strategies

System Maintenance & Troubleshooting

  • Analyze and resolve:Subsystem failuresDumps, logs, and abendsConnectivity issues affecting DB2 operations
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement preventive actions
  • Support interaction with:Batch (JCL)CICSIMSMQ and distributed systems


One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here. You’ll also get the chance to share your expertise by recommending modernization options, identifying new business opportunities, and cultivating relationships with other teams and stakeholders. Does the work get challenging at times? Yes! But you’ll collaborate with a diverse group of talented people and gain invaluable management and organizational skills, which will come in handy as you move forward in your career.

Your future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from Junior System Administrator to Architect. We have opportunities for Cloud Hyperscalers that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.

Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.

Who You Are

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 configurationBuffer pools, logs, BSDS, catalog/directory
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for:System-level DB2 issuesPerformance and connectivity problems
  • Proficiency in:JCL, TSO/ISPF, SDSFSMP/E (preferred)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with:DB2 utilities and performance toolsMonitoring tools (OMEGAMON, MainView)
  • Knowledge of:DevOps tools for mainframe (Endevor, ISPW, etc.)
  • Exposure to:Cloud integration or hybrid architectures
  • Experience with:Large-scale DB2 upgrades or migrationsPerformance optimization initiatives
  • Knowledge of:Modernization tools (z/OS Connect, 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 (CICS, IMS, MQ)

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.