Database Administrator

Akkodis is seeking a Database Administrator for a Contract with a client in Alpharetta, GA
. The ideal candidate must have deep DB2 10.5/11.1 administration expertise to perform migrations and optimize performance while resolving replication and operational issues.

$45/hour to $53/hour;
The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

• Install, upgrade, and configure IBM DB2 (v10.5/11.1) across standalone, DPF, and HADR environments; enforce best practices for access and database governance.
• Administer and optimize databases via performance tuning (buffer pools, indexes, stats) and maintenance tasks (REORG, RUNSTATS, DBCC), ensuring stability and SLA adherence.
• Design, set up, and manage replication (table-level, Warm Standby, MSA), including tuning and resolution of replication operation issues.
• Execute migrations using Dump/Load and in-place upgrades; plan and validate cutovers, rollbacks, and post‑migration health checks.
• Troubleshoot application/database performance issues end‑to‑end, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and create/modify automation for recurring DB tasks (e.g., backups, checks).
• Provide 24x7 support through on‑call rotation, maintain dev/test database servers, monitor system health, and manage vendor cases/PMRs with IBM to drive resolutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• 6–8 years of hands‑on experience in IBM DB2 database administration and support.
• Strong, detailed knowledge of IBM DB2 10.5/11.1 administration, replication server management, HADR/DPF configurations, and database migration processes.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot performance issues, maintain DB2 environments (REORG, DBCC, etc.), and support 24x7 operations including working with IBM PMR for issue resolution.

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$45.00 to $53.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Military‑connected talent encouraged to apply.

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