Apply now: Data Platform Engineer II (IBMi and DB2), location is Remote/Hybrid. The start date is ASAP for this 6-month contract-to-hire position.
Job Title: Data Platform Engineer II (IBMi and DB2)
Location: 100% REMOTE
Start Date Is: ASAP
Duration: 6 Month Contract to Hire
Compensation Range: $65-75/hr on W2 ONLY (no c2c or sponsorships)
Job Description:
Support and enhance DB2 for i platforms by managing database operations, optimizing performance, and collaborating with development teams to ensure reliable deployments.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
Review and optimize complex SQL queries on DB2 for i
Support shared services: ticket handling, data changes, and query reviews
Triage production issues using iDoctor, database tracers, visual explain, etc.
Participate in overnight on-call rotation for database deployments
Join and contribute to daily operational meetings
Recommend tools and platform improvements
Document procedures and mentor junior engineers
Requirements:
Must-Haves:
5 years of hands-on DBA experience with DB2 for i (DB2/400)
Deep knowledge of IBM i server and Db2 for i platform
Proficient in complex SQL development and database optimization
Understanding of OLTP/OLAP concepts
Experience with tools like Client, plan cache, and iDoctor
Nice-to-Haves:
Background as an RPG programmer
Experience with DevOps and Agile methodologies
Familiarity with build management and CI tools