Mainframe DB2 Replication Engineer
The Role:We are seeking an experienced Mainframe DB2 Replication Engineer to design, implement, and support data replication solutions across IBM z/OS and distributed environments. This role is responsible for ensuring reliable, real-time data synchronization, high availability, and data consistency for mission-critical banking applications.* This role requires employees to live in or around the Phoenix, AZ area. You will be responsible to be onsite 3 days a week. We will consider candidates who are willing to relocate to the area.Responsibilities:Replication Design & ImplementationDesign, install, configure, and maintain DB2 replication solutions across mainframe and distributed platformsBuild and manage source-to-target replication pipelinesConfigure replication components:Capture processesApply processesControl serversImplement:Unidirectional and bidirectional replication setupsReal-time and near-real-time data synchronization solutionsTroubleshooting & SupportTroubleshoot and resolve:Data inconsistenciesReplication failuresQueue backlogsNetwork interruptionsPerform root cause analysis and implement corrective actionsProvide L2/L3 support for production incidentsPerformance OptimizationTune replication processes to:Reduce latencyOptimize resource utilizationMinimize impact on source systemsOptimize:Data capture efficiencyApply performanceNetwork usageIntegration & Data ArchitectureSupport integration across:DB2 z/OS and DB2 LUW systemsDistributed databases, message queues, and ETL platformsWork closely with:DBAsApplication teamsData engineering and BI teamsRequired Qualifications:Experience with:DB2 for z/OSZDIHMIPS reduction / optimization projectsUNIX system service including installing patch on UNIXUNIX scriptingRACFHands-on experience with replication technologies:IBM InfoSphere Data Replication (IIDR) / CDCQ Replication (preferred)Knowledge of:Replication architecture and data flow designChange Data Capture (CDC) conceptsStrong troubleshooting skills in:Data consistency issuesPerformance and replication latencyExperience with:JCL, TSO/ISPF, SDSFMainframe batch and online environmentsPreferred Experience:Familiarity with:MQ / messaging systemsETL and data warehousing platformsExperience with:Monitoring toolsAutomation (REXX, Python, scripting)Exposure to:Cloud or hybrid data architecturesExperience in:Large-scale data migration or modernization programsReal-time data streaming architectures