Job Description

Introduction

Software Developers at IBM are the backbone of our strategic initiatives to design, code, test, and provide industry-leading solutions that make the world run today - planes and trains take off on time, bank transactions complete in the blink of an eye and the world remains safe because of the work our software developers do. Whether you are working on projects internally or for a client, software development is critical to the success of IBM and our clients worldwide. At IBM, you will use the latest software development tools, techniques and approaches and work with leading minds in the industry to build solutions you can be proud of.



Your Role and Responsibilities

As an zOS DB2 Engineer, you would be responsible for
• This Candidate is responsible for defining and maintaining the structure of the solution and ensuring that it will meet the requirements
• Create high-level designs, detail level designs, maintaining product roadmaps which includes both modernization and leveraging cloud solutions, product technical debt, and mentorship.
• Plan, develop, install, configure, maintain, support, and optimize all network software and communication links.
• Analyze and resolve software program and connectivity issues.
• Install, configure, and maintain hardware and software.
• Assist in system design, development and implementation.
• Responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems.
• Will ensure the uptime, performance, resources, and security of the computers they manage meet the needs of the users.
• Help the team to work together in an agile fashion, to jointly own the solution, and to interface well with other parts of the organization
• Manage the day-to-day operations by monitoring system performance, configuration, maintenance. and repair.
• Ensure that records of system downtime and equipment inventory are properly maintained.
• Diagnose and recommend fixes to problems or potential problems with the network and its hardware, software, and systems.

Ensure the stable operation of the computer software systems and network connections.
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Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• The ZOS Solution Architect would need to have at least 10+ years of IT experience.
• 10+ years of infrastructure system administration experience in a large z/OS Db2 enterprise environment
• Experience on version upgrades for ZOS.
• Experience on migration from ZOS on to LUW preferred.
• Experience with Classic CDC and Infosphere CDC on DB2 ZOS and IMS is required
• Experience with Migration from DB2 LUW to Mainframes and Vice Versa is must.
• Experience on IMS is required
• Day to day experience in building and supporting z/OS systems.
• Demonstrated strength in troubleshooting complex technical issues.
• Skills to deal with audit requirements, providing artifacts from the z/OS environment.
• Experience working in an Agile environment.



Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Experience on DB2 ZOS Modernization is preferred.
• Linux, AIX, Windows server administration experience preferred.
• IBM z/OS Mainframe Practitioner Professional Certificate preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Demonstrates strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.



About Business UnitIBM has a global presence, operating in more than 175 countries with a broad-based geographic distribution of revenue. The company's Global Markets organization is a strategic sales business unit that manages IBM's global footprint, working closely with dedicated country-based operating units to serve clients locally. These country teams have client relationship managers who lead integrated teams of consultants, solution specialists and delivery professionals to enable clients' growth and innovation. By complementing local expertise with global experience and digital capabilities, IBM builds deep and broad-based client relationships. This local management focus fosters speed in supporting clients, addressing new markets and making investments in emerging opportunities. Additionally, the Global Markets organization serves clients with expertise in their industry as well as through the products and services that IBM and partners supply. IBM is also expanding its reach to new and existing clients through digital marketplaces.

This job requires you to be fully COVID-19 vaccinated prior to your start date and proof of vaccination status will be required before your start date. During the Onboarding process you will be asked to confirm your vaccination status, in case you are unable to get vaccinated for any reason, you can let us know at that stage. Please let us know if you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical or religious reasons. IBM will consider such requests on a case by case basis subject to submission of required proof by the candidate before a stipulated date.

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