Data Engineer and Mainframe Db2 z/OS Database Administrator | Data Engineer Mainframe Db2 z/OS DBA

Hays (Schweiz) AG

Ticino, Switzerland
Published Nov 14, 2025
Part-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This highly specialized role seeks an experienced Data Engineer and Mainframe Db2 z/OS Database Administrator to manage and optimize critical data infrastructure. You will be responsible for supporting Db2 environments across development, QA, and production landscapes, ensuring high availability and robust recovery routines using IBM and BMC product suites. Key daily tasks include integrating external vendor products, performing database object installations, and conducting rigorous SQL performance reviews utilizing the Changeman approval process. Furthermore, you will assist business applications with database object design, implement certificate-based security for technical accounts, and support the Test Data Management (TDM) team with data population efforts. Candidates must possess solid experience with Db2 for z/OS (V11-V13) and deep knowledge of mainframe utilities and tools like IBM JCL and TSO. This is an exciting opportunity to join a renowned company in an innovative, international setting, contributing essential expertise to core business operations.

Required Skills

Education

Not specified

Experience

  • Solid professional experience supporting and administering Db2 for z/OS environments (V11 through V13).
  • Proven background in utilizing IBM and BMC Utility Suites for establishing recovery routines.
  • Experience providing physical database designs and reviewing logical models in support of business initiatives.
  • Practical experience with SQL performance tuning and managing application release packages using Changeman Approvals.
  • Professional experience supporting the implementation of Db2 Certificate-based security.

Languages

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Additional

  • Position requires a workload commitment of 80-100% and is based in Ticino, Switzerland. Immediate start (asap) is preferred.