Mainframe DB2 DBA

Overview The Infosys Financial Services unit is a global leader in driving digital transformation for financial institutions. We specialize in leveraging advanced technologies such as AI, cloud, and data-led innovation to help our clients accelerate growth and unlock business value. Our AI-driven solutions empower financial institutions to make smarter decisions, enhance customer experiences, and achieve operational excellence. Join us to be part of a pioneering team that is at the forefront of financial services transformation. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge AI technologies, collaborate with industry experts, and contribute to transformative projects across banking, wealth management, and insurance sectors. If you're passionate about AI and eager to make a significant impact, the Infosys Financial Services unit is the perfect place for you to grow and excel. In the assigned Job Role of Infrastructure Consultant 2, your Area Of Responsibility will be as below: ⦁ Collaborate with internal and client teams to resolve complex incidents, conduct root cause analyses, and document findings with preventive recommendations ⦁ Participate in evaluation of client IT infrastructure, prepare actionable assessment reports, and support due diligence to document infrastructure maturity and improvement opportunities ⦁ Contribute to the design of scalable, cost-effective IT infrastructure solutions, review reusable components, and develop technical documentation for deployed systems ⦁ Align release schedules and environment readiness, execute deployments as per protocols, perform post-deployment testing, and manage version control to track changes ⦁ Co-ordinate maintenance schedules, emergency fixes, and technology upgrades while ensuring uninterrupted integration into existing systems and processes ⦁ Facilitate performance data analysis across systems, coordinate insights on system behavior, and support capacity planning to optimize performance ⦁ Conduct security checks, recovery drills, and compliance audits, implement security measures, and coordinate continuity plans to maintain adherence to standards ⦁ Gather feedback to identify automation opportunities, analyze existing infrastructure processes, and propose enhancements for efficiency gains ⦁ Act as liaison with onsite, offshore, and vendor teams to document project requirements, ensuring effective collaboration ⦁ Develop a centralized repository of technical and procedural knowledge, leveraging insights from other projects to drive efficiency and retain organizational expertiseYour contribution to the team: ⦁ A collaborative spirit and excellent communication skills. ⦁ Ability to handle complex incidents and implement resolutions ⦁ A knack for conducting IT infrastructure assessment and identifying key optimization opportunities ⦁ Focused approach towards deployment management, system optimization, and process automation initiatives including sector specific focus ⦁ The ability to work with cross-functional teams Required Skill and Experience • Hands-on administration experience with IBM Db2 for z/OS (v12 or v13) in production environments.•Deep proficiency with Db2 utilities (REORG, RUNSTATS, COPY/RECOVER, LOAD/UNLOAD, CHECK), DDL, and package/plan bind/rebind.• Expert level experience with IBM OMEGAMON for Db2 Performance Expert and related monitoring/reporting.• Proficient with IBM Db2 Utilities Suite automation and/or IBM Db2 Utilities Management tools.•Expert performance tuning skills: buffer pool sizing/thresholds, statistics strategy, access path analysis (EXPLAIN), and concurrency/locking diagnostics.•Strong experience working knowledge of z/OS operations (TSO/ISPF, SDSF, JCL, JES2/3) and dataset management.•In depth understanding of data sharing/Parallel Sysplex fundamentals and group buffer pool concepts.•Solid experience with mainframe security (RACF) and least-privilege access models.• In depth understanding of Db2 data sharing tuning (GBP sizing, castout, locking) and disaster recovery strategies.•Strong communication and documentation skills; ability to partner with developers and operations teams. Preferred Skill and Experience • Advanced scripting/automation skills (REXX, Python on z/OS USS where applicable); experience with z/OSMF and Ansible for z/OS is a plus.• Experience in regulated industries (banking/finance/healthcare) and with ITSM platforms (ServiceNow) is good to have.• AI-assisted development experience with Copilot or similar tools. Additional Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education. • This position may require relocation and/or travel to work/project location. • Candidates authorized to work for any employer in the United States without employer-based visa sponsorship are welcome to apply. Infosys is unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this role now or in the future. BenefitsAlong with competitive pay, as a full-time Infosys employee you are also eligible for the following benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision/Life InsuranceLong-term/Short-term DisabilityHealth and Dependent Care Reimbursement AccountsInsurance (Accident, Critical Illness , Hospital Indemnity, Legal)(k) plan and contributions dependent on salary levelPaid holidays plus Paid Time Off EEO Infosys provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.