Db2 for z/OS Developer

Your role and responsibilities

As a software developer in Db2 for z/OS team, you will be part of the team responsible for developing and maintaining the Db2 product on the z/OS platform. You will work on the design, implementation, and testing of new features that meet the needs of our clients. You will work with client and client success teams to resolve customer problems as well as deliver potential new enhancements with high quality.

We are looking for someone who has a strong desire to learn new technologies and is

passionate about product quality and new technology. Candidates with strong programming, debugging and general problem troubleshooting skills are needed to excel in this position. As part of this role, you will also create function test cases to ensure code changes meet customer and internal requirements.

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education

Master's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

1. Minimum 5 years of relevant software development experience.

2. Programming skills in C/C++, Java, SQL and a desire to learn new technologies.

3. Proficiency in source control management tools (GitHub, Tekton, Jenkins) and Agile Life Cycle Management tools.

4. Strong analytical, debugging and problem-solving skills to analyze issues and defects reported by customer and test teams.

5. Knowledgeable about RDBMS concepts and SQL databases.

6. Familiarity with agile software development processes.

7. Ability to innovate in the areas of Product Engineering.

8. Good communication skills and fluency in English.

9. Flexible working schedule to collaborate with developers and teams located across different time zones.

Preferred technical and professional experience

1. IBM Certified: Db2 for z/OS administrator or similar certification.

2. Proficiency in z/OS and z/VM.

3. Experience with Db2 for z/OS, Db2 application development.

4. Programming skills in Python, Node.js, and JCL.

5. Programming skills in Assembler and PL/X is a plus.

6. Ability to analyze system output from systems abends (logs, dumps).

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OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

• Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
• Financial programs such as 401(k), the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs
• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
• Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals
• Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.