Db2 (LUW) Database Administrator

3-6 years of experience in DB2 (LUW) database administration.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or another related field. Or equivalent work experience.

Job Duties:

• Executing Db2 Database Installation, configuration, update, and upgrade.
• Offer Db2 database administration support for application development and testing teams.
• Providing technical support and maintenance for Db2 Databases.
• Perform database enhancement and modification as per the requirements.
• Perform database recovery and backup tasks on daily and weekly basis.
• Develop and maintain scripts for database environments.
• Maintain database security and disaster recovery procedures.
• Providing level 2 of support by performing troubleshooting and maintenance for multiple databases.
• Resolve any database issues in accurate and timely fashion.
• Monitor databases regularly to check for any errors such as existing locks and failed updates.
• Manage database logins and permissions for users.
• Following database cloning procedures to support application requirements and development and testing cycles.
• Build highly available DB environments in the same/different sites.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to travel/relocate within Middle East region.
• Linux basic knowledge (Administration is a plus)
• Good communication skills. Fluent in English.
• Experience in DB2 (LUW) database administration (Certification is a plus).
• Security knowledge is a must.
• Good problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Self-organized and self-managed.
• Ability to do fast learning, receiving delivering handovers in timely fashion.
• Fast adaptation to different working environments.
• Knowledge of administrating IBM WebSphere Application Server is a plus.