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DBA Tech Specialist - R250010244 Toronto
BMO Bank of Montreal
Toronto, Ontario
DBA Tech Specialist - R250010244 Toronto
BMO Bank of Montreal
Toronto, Ontario
Salary: $74,800.00 - $138,600.00
County: 39
05/13/2025Address:4100 Gordon Baker RoadTechnologyManages and maintains enterprise databases, adhering to database design and security policies, ensuring all databases are kept fully functional. Designs databases that follow standards for data integrity, security and application specifications. Implements database changes in the non-prod environments and delivers changes to production according to project specifications. Provides support for all applications that use DB2, including application design, SQL coding, performance tuning, backup/recovery strategy, DB2 Client, remote connectivity, security, and troubleshooting.
- Provides day-to-day database administration, support and monitoring for DB2 z/OS databases in non-production environments.
- Designs, implements and maintains DB2 z/OS databases in non-production z/OS environments.
- Prepares and documents database changes for delivery to production.
- Collaborates with other DBAs, application developers and other cross-functional teams.
- Performs logical and physical database design, enforcing best practices to enhance data integrity, security and performance.
- Resolves performance and application related issues.
- Supports application developers with recommendations on backup/recovery strategy, SQL coding, SQL performance tuning, stored procedures and other application design issues.
- Develops, maintains, enforces and documents database design standards and database security guidelines.
- Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.
- Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.
Qualifications:
Required level of proficiency:-
- At least 7 years of hands-on experience with DB2 z/OS within the last 10 years.
- Experience with DB2 z/OS v12 and up.
- Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and maintain databases.
- Solid knowledge of JCL, z/OS, TSO/ISPF
- Experience with DB2 distributed applications
- Experience with SQL performance tuning.
- Solid knowledge of DB2 security features
- Practical experience with DB2 z/OS basic features like utilities, SQL language, packages and plans, access path explain, large objects (LOBs), triggers, stored procedures (native SQL and external), user-defined functions.
- Understanding of various aspects of DB2 z/OS Database Administration.
- Working knowledge of DB2 data sharing.
- Experience with various backup/recovery scenarios.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Strong team collaboration and customer service focus.
- Bachelor of Science degree in a computer science or related field or equivalent work experience.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Advanced level of proficiency (i.e. good to have):-
Experience with the following products:
- RACF, ACF2 or other security product.
- ISPW
- DB2 Connect client
- Data Studio (Visual Explain)
- ESP
- CICS
- BMC Log Master or other data replication tools
- Websphere
- DB2 LUW
- NDM
- BMC Catalog Manager
- BMC Change Manager
- BMC DASD Manager
- BMC Apptune
- BMC Log Master
- Omegamon
- AQT
- QMF
- ServiceNow
- Knowledge of programming languages like COBOL, PL/I, Assembler, REXX, CLIST.
- Knowledge of data modelling and data modelling tools like Erwin, IDA and PowerDesigner.
- DB2 z/OS Certification
$74,800.00 - $138,600.00SalariedThe above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-RewardsAbout Us
At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.
As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.
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