Database Administrator

Project Role : Database Administrator

Project Role Description : Design, implement and maintain databases. Install database management systems (DMBS). Develop procedures for day-to-day maintenance and problem resolution.

Must have skills : IBM DB2 Database Administration

Good to have skills : NA

Minimum 5 Year(s) Of Experience Is Required

Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced DB2 Database Administrator (DBA) with over 8 years of hands-on experience in managing and supporting IBM DB2 databases. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in database performance tuning, backup and recovery, and automation through scripting. This role requires a proactive individual who can manage complex database environments and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal database performance and reliability. Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain IBM DB2 LUW and/or z/OS database environments.
• Perform database tuning, optimization, and capacity planning.
• Implement and manage backup, recovery, and high availability strategies.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Shell, Python, or Perl for routine DBA tasks.
• Monitor database health and performance using tools like IBM Data Studio, Toad, or custom scripts.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues in development, test, and production environments.
• Apply patches, upgrades, and security updates to DB2 environments.
• Collaborate with application developers and infrastructure teams to support business requirements.
• Maintain documentation for database configurations, procedures, and standards.
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide 24x7 support for critical systems. Required Skills:
• 8+ years of experience in DB2 Database Administration (LUW and/or z/OS).
• Strong knowledge of DB2 architecture, utilities, and internals.
• Proficiency in Replication, SQL tuning, query optimization, and index management.
• Solid experience with Linux/Unix environments.
• Strong scripting skills in Shell, Python, or Perl for automation and monitoring.
• Experience with disaster recovery planning and high availability solutions (e.g., HADR, TSA).
• Familiarity with database security, auditing, and compliance. Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines.
• Exposure to other RDBMS platforms (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server) is a plus.
• IBM DB2 certification is highly desirable. Additional Information: - This position is based at our Hyderabad office. - A 15 years full time education is required.