Senior IBM DB2

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 5years

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

This is a remote position.

An experienced Senior Database Administrator (DBA) is sought to design implement maintain and optimise IBM DB2 databases within enterprise-scale environments. The successful candidate will ensure the integrity security and high availability of data across mission-critical systems collaborating closely with development and infrastructure teams to deliver exceptional database performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Install configure and upgrade IBM DB2 database systems.
Monitor and optimise database performance including SQL tuning and resource allocation.
Develop and manage backup recovery and disaster recovery strategies.
Ensure database security through effective access controls and encryption.
Conduct capacity planning and scalability assessments.
Troubleshoot and resolve database issues and performance bottlenecks.
Document database architecture configurations and operational procedures.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application performance and data integrity.

Minimum Requirements:

Matric and a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Information Systems or related field.
Minimum 5 years experience in DB2 Database Administration.
Strong knowledge of DB2 architecture utilities and performance tools.
Experience with disaster recovery planning and implementation.
Proficiency in SQL and scripting languages (Shell Perl or Python).
Familiarity with monitoring tools such as DB2 Admin Tool or IBM Data Studio.
IBM Certified Database Administrator certification advantageous.

Technical Skills:

SQL Query Optimisation
Backup and Recovery Management
Database Security and Encryption
Performance Tuning and Monitoring
Linux/Unix Scripting
Capacity Planning
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

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Required Skills:

SQL Query Optimisation Linux/Unix ScriptingShell Perl or Python)

This is a remote position.An experienced Senior Database Administrator (DBA) is sought to design implement maintain and optimise IBM DB2 databases within enterprise-scale environments. The successful candidate will ensure the integrity security and high availability of data across mission-critica...