Mainframe DBA

Job Title Mainframe DBA

Location Wilmington, DE or Columbus, OH

Duration 6 Months

Interview Process

2 rounds of Zoom interviews

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced

Mainframe DBA

to support database design, development, integration, performance tuning, and operational support for enterprise mainframe systems. The role involves working with

DB2 and IMS databases

in a highly available, scalable environment.

Key Responsibilities

Administer, design, implement, and support Mainframe

DB2 and IMS

database solutions

Perform database design, development, integration, and systems re-engineering

Monitor and tune database performance to ensure stability and scalability

Provide production and operations support

Work with mainframe tools and utilities for monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting

Required Skills

Strong hands‑on experience with

DB2 for z/OS

Experience with

IMS Full Function and/or Fast Path databases

(1–2 years of recent IMS experience acceptable)

Experience administering highly available and scalable mainframe databases

Working knowledge of

REXX programming

and

MQ

Familiarity with mainframe tools such as

BMC, CA Platinum, SMPE, ISPF, SMS, and SMF

Good to Have

Experience with database replication technologies such as

CDC, QREPS, and streaming

Shift / Support Model

Rotational on‑call support

On‑call required every Wednesday (rotation every 5 weeks)

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Contract

Job function Design

Industries Banking

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