DB2 Systems Programmer

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

CTG is seeking an experienced DB2 Systems Programmer to support and maintain IBM Db2 for z/OS environments within a large-scale enterprise infrastructure. This role is responsible for Db2 installation, configuration, subsystem performance tuning, disaster recovery readiness, security, and overall database platform stability supporting mission-critical business applications.

Location: Phoenix, AZ metro area; hybrid working model
Duration: 6 months with option to convert after 6 months
Citizenship Requirements: U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, and other EAD holders only (no visa-dependent candidates)

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain IBM Db2 for z/OS environments
• Perform subsystem administration, maintenance, and performance tuning
• Support high availability, resiliency, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery initiatives
• Manage SMP/E maintenance, patches, fixes, and version upgrades
• Monitor and optimize Db2 performance, storage utilization, buffer pools, and workloads
• Troubleshoot complex Db2 subsystem, connectivity, and production issues
• Support DDF, distributed connectivity, replication, and database utilities
• Develop automation and operational scripting using JCL, REXX, SQL, or shell scripting
• Collaborate with DBAs, z/OS systems programmers, infrastructure teams, and developers
• Participate in production support and on-call rotations

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of DB2 Systems Programming experience
• Strong expertise with IBM Db2 for z/OS administration and support
• Experience with Db2 performance tuning and subsystem optimization
• Hands-on experience with SMP/E maintenance and upgrades
• Strong knowledge of z/OS mainframe environments
• Experience with backup/recovery, disaster recovery, and high availability solutions
• Familiarity with RACF, security controls, and compliance requirements
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Background:

• Experience supporting enterprise-level, mission-critical database environments
• Prior experience in regulated industries such as banking, insurance, healthcare, government, retail, or technology

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Equivalent experience will be considered

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:

To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!