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Polaris Industries Senior iSeries Administrator in Bangalore, India
At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Senior DB2 Administrator is responsible for the IBM i database environment which includes designing, implementing, and supporting these core infrastructure services. In addition, this individual will also be responsible for assisting the product teams with new system design, implementation and testing of mission-critical business systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
You will consult with application development teams and advise them of the usage of data manipulation techniques.
Implement changes into development, QA and production environments and monitor database and system performance.
Implement complex or non-routine data models and database designs and data access and table maintenance.
Resolve complex database performance issues, database capacity issues, replication and other distributed data issues.
Confer with and advise Development groups on administrative policies and procedures, technical problems, priorities, and methods.
Consults with application development teams and advises them of the correct usage of appropriate data manipulation techniques.
Responsible for space management, backup, monitoring and maintaining ongoing performance of databases and develops updates or modifications according to business needs. Monitor and review the work of other database administrators to ensure correct practices and procedures.
Mentor team to improve their understanding and skill and ensure they are familiar with resource materials including manuals and systems.
Designs technical solutions and prepares implementation methods to be performed by other DBA team members.
Design, implement and maintain database security strategies that provide the appropriate level of security for users and applications.
Configure new and existing technology solutions according to best practices.
Assess complex projects with a variety of requirements quickly, correctly prioritize tasks, provide accurate time estimates, and complete tasks in a timely manner while communicating changes and updates.
Utilize advanced technical knowledge to analyze, log, track and resolve complex software/hardware issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and issue resolution.
Adhere to and promote existing ITIL processes and standard procedures.
Develop standards and processes for Level 1 and 2 staff.
Provide remote support for our global operations.
This position will require participation in a rotating on-call schedule for 24x7 global support.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, related technical field, or equivalent practical experience is required.
5 - 7 years of corporate IT experience as an IBM i / iSeries Administrator in a global environment.
Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and maintain databases
Able to utilize IBM i Collection Services to monitor, diagnose and trouble shoot issues
Demonstrated ability to utilize Visual Explain to advise and diagnose optimizer recommendations
Knowledge of IBM iDoctor and Job Watcher performance tools
Detailed knowledge of underlying DB2 database management system products and tools
Knowledge of database physical and logical design principals
Able to manage and deploy application database modifications
Experience writing SQL and programming
Database and SQL performance tuning
Knowledge of Disk storage mechanisms preferred
Knowledge of programming languages helpful
Advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with other groups to resolve complex issues with innovative solutions
Proven ability to prioritize work load and meet project deadlines
Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment and make independent decisions
Ability to quickly learn new technologies is required.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Standard office environment
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About Polaris
As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle® mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com
EEO Statement
Polaris is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at
http://www.polaris.com/careers