Senior System Engineer – DB2 Database Operations EA-1382

NAXCON GmbH, headquartered in Weil am Rhein with additional offices, including Stuttgart, is one of Germany's leading engineering and IT service providers.

Our experts possess extensive expertise in software and hardware development, modern electronics, and cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI).

In addition to delivering high-quality engineering solutions for our customers, we are passionate about driving our own innovation projects as well as research and development activities. Renowned companies from a wide range of industries place their trust in our expertise, reflecting the outstanding knowledge, professionalism, and commitment of our engineers.

Position: Senior System Engineer – DB2 Database Operations

Location: Bonn Hardtberg 

Field: Defence

Type: Full-time/90% Remote

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior System Engineer with a strong focus on DB2 database administration and IT infrastructure operations.

The role is responsible for the maintenance, operation, optimization, security, and continuous improvement of DB2-based IT solutions. The position includes DB2 LUW high-availability environments, incident and problem management, release and security management, database backup and recovery, access management, monitoring, and implementation of IT services.

The successful candidate will work across UNIX/AIX, Linux/Red Hat, and Windows environments and collaborate with technical teams on operational projects and service improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Database Administration & Operations

• Administer, maintain, and optimize IBM DB2 databases, particularly DB2 LUW environments.
• Plan, build, configure, and operate database environments according to operational and security requirements.
• Operate and maintain high-availability DB2 environments.
• Perform database configuration, optimization, and lifecycle management.
• Implement and maintain database backup and restore procedures.
• Manage database users, permissions, and access controls.
• Ensure database availability, stability, performance, and operational security.

High Availability & Replication

• Operate and support DB2 high-availability solutions, including:
• DB2 HADR
• TSA/MP
• Pacemaker
• Replication / Q Replication (Q-Rep)
• Troubleshoot database availability and replication issues.
• Support the continuous improvement and optimization of high-availability architectures.

Incident, Problem & Change Management

• Provide second- and third-level support for database-related incidents and problems.
• Perform structured troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Participate in Incident, Problem, and Change Management processes.
• Support release and security management activities.
• Identify recurring issues and contribute to sustainable technical solutions.

IT Service Implementation & Analysis

• Support the implementation of IT services.
• Prepare requirements, technology, and cost analyses for technical solutions.
• Evaluate technical and economic aspects of proposed solutions.
• Contribute to service-specific projects and, where appropriate, take technical or sub-project leadership responsibility.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Establish, maintain, and improve database monitoring and reporting structures.
• Use monitoring solutions such as Checkmk to ensure operational transparency and early detection of issues.
• Analyze monitoring data and support continuous service improvement.

Knowledge Management & Training

• Build and maintain technical knowledge within the database administration domain.
• Support knowledge transfer within technical teams.
• Contribute to the development of training concepts and training structures.
• Prepare technical training materials where required.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Informatics, or a comparable discipline.
• Alternatively, recognized IT vocational training combined with relevant professional experience.
• DB2 certification or equivalent practical DB2 expertise is required.
• Strong understanding of database administration and IT infrastructure operations.
• Good knowledge of IT service management processes.

Required Professional Experience

• At least 5 years of professional experience in DB2 database administration.
• Proven experience operating DB2 LUW high-availability environments.
• Strong practical knowledge of:
• DB2 11.5.x
• DB2 HADR
• TSA/MP and/or Pacemaker
• DB2 replication / Q Replication
• Experience working with UNIX/AIX and Linux/Red Hat environments.
• Experience with Windows environments is desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Incident, Problem, and Change Management processes.
• Experience with database backup and recovery.
• Experience with database configuration and user/authorization management.
• Experience with database monitoring and operational reporting.

Technical Skills

• IBM DB2 / DB2 LUW
• DB2 11.5
• DB2 HADR
• TSA/MP
• Pacemaker
• Q Replication / Q-Rep
• Database backup & restore
• Database configuration
• User and authorization management
• UNIX / AIX
• Linux / Red Hat
• Windows
• Checkmk
• Incident Management
• Problem Management
• Change Management
• IT Service Management
• Release Management
• Security Management

Language Requirements

• German: C1
• English: B1
• Language proficiency should correspond to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Soft Skills

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Professional and appropriate communication style.
• Clear and structured verbal and written expression.
• Analytical and systematic approach to troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Reliable and conscientious working style.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with technical teams.
• Strong knowledge-sharing and communication skills.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel for business purposes, up to 5% of working time.
• Approximately 90% remote/mobile working.
• Willingness to undergo an SÜ2 security screening.
• Candidate profiles must include nationality information.
• Candidates must comply with applicable security-related nationality and travel requirements.

What we offer:

• International Working Environment: Join a diverse and multicultural team where people from different backgrounds and cultures collaborate to achieve outstanding results.
• German Language Development: Whether you are a beginner or an advanced speaker, we provide a supportive environment to help you improve your German language skills.
• Dedicated Point of Contact: You will have a personal contact within the company who will support and guide you throughout your employment.
• Professional Growth: Our engineers have the opportunity to work on exciting projects across different industries, continuously expanding their expertise and developing new skills.
• Regular Team Events: We organize regular company events to strengthen team spirit, encourage collaboration, and create a positive working atmosphere.
• Competitive Compensation: We value our employees and offer an attractive compensation package that reflects your qualifications, experience, and performance.