Location: Malvern, PA / Plano, TX / Charlotte, NC / Scottsdale, AZ
About the Role
Join a collaborative team based primarily in Malvern, PA, where we support and innovate on critical database systems. While this role is open to candidates in multiple locations, preference will be given to those willing to work out of the Malvern, PA office alongside the rest of the team.
We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator with advanced expertise in DB2 for Linux, Unix, and Windows (LUW) to join our dynamic team. This role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing DB2 LUW environments, including advanced features like PureScale and High Availability Disaster Recovery (HADR). You will work across both system and application administration while leveraging tools like InfoSphere Data Replication (CDC), DB2 Data Management Console, and other specialized utilities. The ideal candidate brings both technical proficiency and a consultative approach to drive database innovation and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer and optimize DB2 LUW databases on RHEL platforms, including advanced features such as PureScale and HADR.
- Serve as both a System DBA and Application DBA, supporting robust database operations.
- Leverage tools like InfoSphere Data Replication (CDC), DB2 Data Management Console, DB2 Recovery Expert, and DB2 Merge Backup to ensure data reliability and integrity.
- Utilize Optim High Performance Unload for high-efficiency data processing.
- Design, implement, monitor, and troubleshoot DB2 LUW database systems to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability.
- Provide technical expertise on PureScale architecture, guiding deployment and management strategies.
- Develop and maintain backup and recovery strategies using advanced tools to safeguard critical data.
- Implement monitoring solutions to proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into efficient database solutions.
- Mentor junior team members, sharing best practices in database administration and management.
- Stay updated on emerging trends in database technologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Extensive experience in DB2 LUW database administration, with a focus on advanced features like PureScale and HADR.
- Proficiency in using database tools such as InfoSphere Data Replication (CDC), DB2 Recovery Expert, and DB2 Merge Backup.
- Expertise in designing, implementing, monitoring, and troubleshooting DB2 LUW environments.
- Strong understanding of database performance tuning, security, and disaster recovery.
- Hands-on experience with DB2 Data Management Console and Optim High Performance Unload.
- Certification in DB2 or related database platforms is a plus.
