Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.
The Role
Your Role
As a Mainframe DB2 System Programmer, you will be responsible for administering, maintaining, and enhancing IBM DB2 for z/OS environments across development, test, and production systems. You will collaborate closely with application teams, DBAs, z/OS system programmers, and infrastructure teams to resolve complex technical issues and support critical business applications.
What you will do
Monitor and tune DB2 subsystem performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement proactive improvements.
Collaborate with Database Administrator, storage, operations, and infrastructure teams to support critical business applications.
Support disaster recovery, automation initiatives, and 24x7 operational excellence while ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
Support application teams with database design, migrations, schema changes, and problem resolution.
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
Who You Are
You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required skills and Experience
12+ years of hands-on experience in IBM Db2 for z/OS system programming, administration, and support within large-scale enterprise mainframe environments.
Strong expertise in DB2 subsystem installation, configuration, customization, and maintenance for both standalone and Data Sharing environments.
Proven experience with Parallel Sysplex architecture, Db2 Data Sharing concepts, Coupling Facility structures, CFRM policies, and locking mechanisms.
Solid understanding of backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies, including Image Copy, FlashCopy, mirroring technologies, and recovery planning.
Proficiency in REXX, CLIST, ISPF, and automation techniques to streamline operational and administrative activities.
Working knowledge of CICS and IMS environments, including their integration and interaction with Db2 workloads.
Experience with SMP/E processes, software upgrades, migrations, maintenance activities, and implementation of Db2 version enhancements and fixes.
Strong skills in Db2 health checks, security administration, performance tuning, patch management, and analysis using traces, SMF, RMF, and WLM metrics.
Preferred skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Good understanding of Parallel Sysplex, Db2 Data Sharing environments, and distributed systems problem determination.
Strong debugging and root-cause analysis skills for complex Db2 and z/OS infrastructure issues.
Experience working with IBM support processes, including PMR/case management and vendor coordination for problem resolution.
Ability to analyze cross-platform connectivity, performance, and availability issues impacting distributed applications.
Being You
The “Kyn” in Kyndryl…