Senior System Engineer – DB2 Database Operations EA-1382

In this role you will oversee the administration and optimization of IBM DB2 LUW environments within a defense-focused IT infrastructure. You’ll ensure high availability, security, and continuous improvement of DB2-based solutions across UNIX/AIX, Linux, and Windows. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams on operational projects and service enhancements, shaping resilient database services in a fast-paced setting. This position offers substantial remote work and an opportunity to impact mission-critical systems.

• International working environment
• German language development support
• Dedicated point of contact
• Professional growth and exciting projects
• Regular team events
• Competitive compensation

• Administer, maintain, and optimize IBM DB2 databases (DB2 LUW)
• Operate high-availability DB2 environments
• Implement backup/restoration procedures and lifecycle management
• Manage users, permissions and access controls
• Monitor and improve database performance and security
• Operate DB2 high-availability solutions (HADR, TSA/MP, Pacemaker, Replication/Q-Rep)
• Provide second/third-level support for DB2 incidents and problems
• Contribute to release and security management
• Prepare requirements and analyses for IT services; lead sub-projects where appropriate
• Develop monitoring and reporting structures (Checkmk) and support continuous service improvement
• Knowledge management and training: create materials and support knowledge transfer

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Informatics, or a related discipline OR recognized IT vocational training with relevant experience
• DB2 certification or equivalent practical DB2 expertise
• 5+ years DB2 database administration experience
• Strong DB2 LUW and HA knowledge (DB2 11.5.x, HADR, TSA/MP, Pacemaker, Q-Rep)
• Experience with UNIX/AIX and Linux/Red Hat; Windows desirable
• Solid IT service management understanding (incident/problem/change management)
• Database backup, recovery, configuration, and user/authorization management
• Monitoring and operational reporting experience
• German C1 and English B1 per CEFR
• Willingness to travel up to 5% and undergo security screening
• Nationality information required by security regulations

• Strong teamwork and collaboration
• Professional and clear communication
• Analytical and systematic troubleshooting approach
• IBM DB2 / DB2 LUW
• DB2 11.5
• DB2 HADR TSA/MP Pacemaker