DB2 MainFrame Specialist

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Position Overview

We are seeking for a z/Series Mainframe DB2 Specialist to join our Central Systems Management Division, within our Group IT.

By joining this role, you’ll be part of the z/Series Mainframe DBA team and you will be responsible for managing the database infrastructure that supports the Bank's operations. This position requires a professional with substantial experience and expertise in handling complex and sensitive database systems.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Install, configure, and upgrade IBM DB2 database systems on the zOS platform to meet the Bank's requirements.
• Proactively monitor and manage DB2 database performance, capacity, and health to ensure optimal functionality and availability.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks through SQL query optimization, database configuration tuning, and the effective use of performance monitoring tools.
• Design, implement, and regularly test robust backup, recovery, and disaster recovery plans to safeguard the bank's critical data and ensure business continuity.
• Collaborate effectively with application development teams to provide expert database support for new and existing banking applications, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.
• Participate actively in internal and external audits and compliance checks related to database security and operational procedures, providing necessary information and demonstrating adherence to requirements.

You will be a great candidate if you have:

• 5+ years hands-on experience as a DB2 for zOS Database Administrator in a complex IT environment, preferably within the banking or financial services industry.
• Extensive knowledge of IBM DB2 for zOS architecture, internals, and components.
• Proficient skills in the use of a wide range of DB2 utilities for database maintenance, backup, recovery, and performance management.
• Exceptional SQL skills, including the ability to write complex and efficient queries and perform advanced SQL performance tuning.
• Strong experience with DB2 performance monitoring and tuning tools such as IBM OMEGAMON, BMC Mainview, or Broadcom/CA tools.
• Comprehensive understanding of DB2 security features and proven ability to implement and manage them effectively.
• Significant experience in designing, implementing, and testing backup and recovery strategies for IBM DB2 for zOS in a high-availability environment.
• Solid working knowledge of the zOS operating system, including commands, utilities, system parameters and subsystems such as DFSMS, CICS and MQ.
• Practical experience with JCL (Job Control Language) for managing batch processing and automating database tasks.
• Familiarity with TSO/ISPF for interacting with the mainframe environment.

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, preferably with postgraduate qualifications, in Computer Science or a related quantitative discipline.

• Relevant IBM DB2 certifications.
• Fluency in English and Greek languages.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for efficient issue resolution
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, collaborative spirit, agility, and can-do attitude.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive remuneration. 
• Hybrid work: work-life balance through remote and in-office work.    
• Learning & Development: 
  • Access Unlimited LinkedIn Learnings, international training methodologies 
  • Upskilling, Professional development and career guidance from successful executives.    
  • Identification and Utilization of Talent Pool through a structured Talent Management process.    
• Wellbeing: 
  • Premium Health & Life insurance for you, your partner and/or your family and mental health support.  
  • Pension plan to support your plans and future financial expectations.   
  • Team building & wellbeing activities.   
  • Potential Extra days of annual leave (Winter Bonus).     
  • Engage in volunteering activities through our TeamUp program. 
• Extra Benefits:
  • Exclusive discounts at partner stores.   
  • Staff pricing for banking products.   
  • Nursery and summer camp allowance for your little ones.   

Join us!

If you think you are the right fit for this role, we'd like to hear from you! Apply by 11/05/2025.
 

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