Mainframe DB2 System Programmer - entry level

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

As a System Administrator at Kyndryl, you’ll solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across the spectrum of platforms and services. You’ll be at the forefront of new technology and modernization, working with some of our biggest clients – which means some of the biggest in the world.
There’s never a typical day as a System Administrator at Kyndryl, because no two projects are alike. You’ll be managing systems data for clients and providing day-to-day solutions and security compliance. You’ll oversee a queue of assignments and work directly with technicians, prioritizing tickets to deliver the best solutions to our clients.
 

The focus of this position is in the support of DB2 (Database 2). IBM DB2 for z/OS is a relational database management systems (RDBMS) designed to store, manage, and retrieve structured data efficiently. DB2 is a data powerhouse that delivers unmatched scalability, security, and performance for mission-critical workloads.

As a z/OS DB2 System Programmer you will be responsible for the installation, customization, and maintenance of the DB2 subsystem on the z/OS platform. This role involves planning, analysis, design, building, testing, consulting, and implementation of DB2-related projects. The z/OS DB2 System Programmer ensures that the DB2 environment is stable, efficient, and secure, supporting the needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities of a z/OS DB2 System Programmer include:

• Installing, customizing, and maintaining the DB2 subsystem on the z/OS platform.
• Performing system upgrades and applying maintenance to keep the DB2 environment current.
• Monitoring DB2 performance and tuning the system to optimize performance.
• Providing technical support to application developers and other system users.
• Troubleshooting and resolving DB2-related issues.
• Participating in disaster recovery planning and testing.
• Maintaining system documentation and procedures.
• Ensuring system security and compliance with company policies and industry standards.
•  Collaborating with other IT teams to support business initiatives.

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 Technical and Professional Expertise

• Basic IT or programming experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology.

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail

• Strong communication and documentation skills

• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams

• Experience with zOS Mainframe environments is a valuable asset

• Strong communication and documentation skills in French (preferred but not required) and in English.

(This position requires the employee to work on a regular basis with Kyndryl stakeholders located in other Canadian provinces, the United States, or internationally where English is the common language, making knowledge of the English language a requirement for this position in addition to fluency in French.)

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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