DB2 - Database Lead Engineer
About the role
Infosys Communications, Media, and Technology (CMT) unit is a dynamic and innovative division dedicated to driving digital transformation and growth for clients in the telecommunications, media, and technology sectors. Our vision is to become the strategic and trusted partner for our clients by enabling their digital transformation and growth through leading technological changes. Join a team that leverages deep industry insights and strategic leadership to deliver innovation-led transformation via digital, cloud, and AI-first solutions. We are committed to building and nurturing a high-impact partner ecosystem and driving long-term, strategic client relationships.
Responsibilities
- Define project objectives and scope in alignment with business goals, ensuring efficient delivery in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing regular updates to ensure alignment and transparency.
- Drive process improvement by reviewing project deliverables and incorporating innovative methodologies and tools related to IT infrastructure.
- Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Develop and manage project estimates, monitor budget performance, and optimize resource allocation for efficiency.
- Support the preparation of technical and commercial proposals, aligning them with client needs and organizational capabilities.
- Engage in planning resource allocation, conduct performance appraisals, and facilitate professional development to enhance team effectiveness.
- Lead scope changes and manage client requirements, ensuring proper estimation, approval, and contractual updates.
Contribution to the Team
- Demonstration of strategic mindset for delivering impactful, client-aligned projects.
- Problem-solving expertise and ability to steer project economics and delivery.
- Strong relationship with mid and senior-level client stakeholders.
- Strong leadership abilities to foster team performance and growth.
- Commitment to cultivating a culture of learning and innovation.
Requirements
- DB2 LUW Administration & Upgrades
- Database Performance Tuning & SQL Optimization
- HADR, Backup, Recovery & Disaster Recovery
- Security, Authentication & Compliance
- Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
- Shell Scripting, Python, Ansible Automation
- Database Monitoring & Alerting
- CDC, Q Replication & Data Migration
Preferred Skills
- DB2 HADR (High Availability Disaster Recovery)
- DB2 pureScale
- IBM Db2 Warehouse
- SQL optimization and advanced performance tuning
- Database migration and upgrade experience
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education. This position may require relocation and/or travel to work/project location. Candidates authorized to work for any employer in the United States without employer-based visa sponsorship are welcome to apply.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
- Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal)
- 401(k) plan and contributions dependent on salary level
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off