Role description
Key responsibilities
Database Administration
- Install, configure, and upgrade DB2 databases on Linux/Unix/Windows platforms.
- Manage database objects (tables, indexes, views) and storage structures.
- Perform backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
Performance & Optimization
- Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies.
- Analyze query execution plans and optimize SQL queries.
Security & Compliance
- Implement and maintain database security policies.
- Ensure compliance with data protection standards (e.g., PCI, GDPR).
Maintenance & Support
- Apply patches and fix packs to DB2 environments.
- Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues.
Collaboration
- Work closely with application teams for schema design and data modeling.
- Support migration projects (e.g., on-prem to cloud environments).
Documentation
- Maintain detailed documentation of database configurations and procedures.
Requirements:
- 6+ years of experience in DB2 Admin
- Db2 Backup, Restore, multiple data migration methods
Key Skills:
- Strong experience in IBM DB2 LUW administration.
- Proficiency in SQL, shell scripting, and performance tuning.
- Experience with high availability setups (HADR, Q-Replication).
- Knowledge of backup/recovery strategies and disaster recovery planning.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, or Azure) is a plus.
- Understanding of security and encryption standards.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Expertise in Db2 HADR automation (TSA & Pacemaker)
- Implementing TLS encryption protocols to secure data-in-transit across distributed clusters
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with migration projects (AIX to Linux, on-prem to cloud).
- Knowledge of WebSphere, Java application integration, and middleware.
- Certifications in IBM DB2 or Cloud Database Administration.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
Skills
Cloud Infrastructure, IBM DB2 LUW administration
About UST
UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients’ organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.
