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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Own your opportunity to support the missions that matter. From working with technologies like AI, cyber and cloud to careers in intelligence and health, we offer endless opportunities to apply your expertise to create a safer, smarter world while building new skills to propel your career forward.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a Senior Db2 for z/OS Systems Programmer and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.
The Senior Db2 for z/OS Systems Programmer is responsible for performance, availability, and lifecycle management of Db2 for z/OS subsystems supporting high-volume, mission-critical Medicaid and healthcare systems. They operate in a large-scale data sharing environment with heavy distributed (DDF) workloads, strict audit controls, and 24x7x365 availability requirements.
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As a Senior Db2 for z/OS Systems Programmer, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of our customers. You will play a crucial role via the following:
Db2 Performance & Monitoring:
- Analyze DDF activity, connection pooling, and thread usage
- Tune buffer pools, EDM pool, and memory usage
- Resolve locking, latching, and concurrency issues
- Identify performance degradation and implement solutions
- Provide proactive performance recommendations
Performance Reporting (SAS / Excel):
- Develop daily/weekly/monthly reports using SMF/RMF data
- Analyze CPU utilization, transaction volumes, and workload trends
- Highlight anomalies and emerging risks
- Translate technical metrics into user-friendly reports for leadership
Installation, Maintenance & Upgrades:
- Install and configure Db2 subsystems and tools
- Apply RSUs, PTFs, and HIPER maintenance
- Execute Db2 version upgrades aligned with IPL windows
- Perform validation and ensure system stability post-upgrade
Disaster Recovery & Audit Support:
- Participate in DR exercises ensuring full system recovery
- Validate image copies and backup integrity
- Ensure recoverability of all critical tablespaces
- Support audit requirements and documentation
Problem Determination:
- Lead root cause analysis for system and performance issues
- Investigate DDF spikes, CPU anomalies, and contention issues
- Collaborate with application, storage, and z/OS teams
- Interface with IBM support when needed
Change Management:
- Create and manage ServiceNow change records
- Ensure proper approvals and scheduling
- Communicate changes to stakeholders
- Maintain compliance with production standards
Day in the Life / Weekly Cycle:
- Daily monitoring of Db2 subsystem health and performance metrics
- Review and distribute performance reports to stakeholders
- Investigate anomalies such as DDF spikes or CPU increases
- Coordinate with application teams on performance issues
- Prepare and implement maintenance or changes
- Participate in meetings related to DR, upgrades, or production issues
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Senior Db2 for z/OS Systems Programmer must have:
-
Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related field
-
Experience: 10+ years of related experience
-
Required Technical Skills:
- Strong expertise in data sharing and DDF environments
- Experience with SMF/RMF analysis and performance tuning
- Proficiency with SAS and Excel for reporting
- Deep knowledge of Db2 internals and architecture
- Experience with Omegamon
-
Working knowledge of the following:
- ZOS
- MVS
- SMPE
- TSO ISPF
- SDSF
- IFCID
- SQL
- EXPLAIN
- Cobol
- Db2 Connect
- Bind
- Catalog
- Db2 Utilities
-
Required Skills:
- Ability to provide on-call support 24x7 due to potential outage penalties
- Capability for off-hours work for maintenance and upgrades
LOCATION
Location: Remote
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
- Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
- Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
- Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
- Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
- Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.
WORK REQUIREMENTS
Years of Experience: 10+ years of related experience may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
Certification:
Travel Required: 10-25%
SALARY AND BENEFIT INFORMATION
The likely salary range for this position is $136,000 - $184,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
View information about benefits and our total rewards program.
ABOUT OUR WORK
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
INTRODUCTION
Own your opportunity to support the missions that matter. From working with technologies like AI, cyber and cloud to careers in intelligence and health, we offer endless opportunities to apply your expertise to create a safer, smarter world while building new skills to propel your career forward.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a Senior Db2 for z/OS Systems Programmer and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.
The Senior Db2 for z/OS Systems Programmer is responsible for performance, availability, and lifecycle management of Db2 for z/OS subsystems supporting high-volume, mission-critical Medicaid and healthcare systems. They operate in a large-scale data sharing environment with heavy distributed (DDF) workloads, strict audit controls, and 24x7x365 availability requirements.
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
As a Senior Db2 for z/OS Systems Programmer, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of our customers. You will play a crucial role via the following:
Db2 Performance & Monitoring:
- Analyze DDF activity, connection pooling, and thread usage
- Tune buffer pools, EDM pool, and memory usage
- Resolve locking, latching, and concurrency issues
- Identify performance degradation and implement solutions
- Provide proactive performance recommendations
Performance Reporting (SAS / Excel):
- Develop daily/weekly/monthly reports using SMF/RMF data
- Analyze CPU utilization, transaction volumes, and workload trends
- Highlight anomalies and emerging risks
- Translate technical metrics into user-friendly reports for leadership
Installation, Maintenance & Upgrades:
- Install and configure Db2 subsystems and tools
- Apply RSUs, PTFs, and HIPER maintenance
- Execute Db2 version upgrades aligned with IPL windows
- Perform validation and ensure system stability post-upgrade
Disaster Recovery & Audit Support:
- Participate in DR exercises ensuring full system recovery
- Validate image copies and backup integrity
- Ensure recoverability of all critical tablespaces
- Support audit requirements and documentation
Problem Determination:
- Lead root cause analysis for system and performance issues
- Investigate DDF spikes, CPU anomalies, and contention issues
- Collaborate with application, storage, and z/OS teams
- Interface with IBM support when needed
Change Management:
- Create and manage ServiceNow change records
- Ensure proper approvals and scheduling
- Communicate changes to stakeholders
- Maintain compliance with production standards
Day in the Life / Weekly Cycle:
- Daily monitoring of Db2 subsystem health and performance metrics
- Review and distribute performance reports to stakeholders
- Investigate anomalies such as DDF spikes or CPU increases
- Coordinate with application teams on performance issues
- Prepare and implement maintenance or changes
- Participate in meetings related to DR, upgrades, or production issues
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Senior Db2 for z/OS Systems Programmer must have:
-
Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related field
-
Experience: 10+ years of related experience
-
Required Technical Skills:
- Strong expertise in data sharing and DDF environments
- Experience with SMF/RMF analysis and performance tuning
- Proficiency with SAS and Excel for reporting
- Deep knowledge of Db2 internals and architecture
- Experience with Omegamon
-
Working knowledge of the following:
- ZOS
- MVS
- SMPE
- TSO ISPF
- SDSF
- IFCID
- SQL
- EXPLAIN
- Cobol
- Db2 Connect
- Bind
- Catalog
- Db2 Utilities
-
Required Skills:
- Ability to provide on-call support 24x7 due to potential outage penalties
- Capability for off-hours work for maintenance and upgrades
LOCATION
Location: Remote
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
- Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
- Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
- Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
- Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
- Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.
WORK REQUIREMENTS
Years of Experience: 10+ years of related experience may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree
Certification:
Travel Required: 10-25%
SALARY AND BENEFIT INFORMATION
The likely salary range for this position is $136,000 - $184,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
View information about benefits and our total rewards program.
ABOUT OUR WORK
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Systems Programmer
Match your degree to the role title
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree field directly supports a Systems Programmer position. A degree in computer science or software engineering strengthens your petition. A general IT or business degree may trigger a Request for Evidence.
Use O*NET to anchor your job duties
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Systems Programmer before interviews. Employers need your job duties statement to align with the specialty occupation definition, and referencing that profile helps both sides build a petition USCIS won't challenge.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are exempt from the H-1B cap lottery. Systems Programmer roles exist at these organizations, and a cap-exempt petition can be filed any time of year without waiting for April registration.
Find verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Search Systems Programmer roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers with confirmed H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history from DOL disclosure data, so you're applying to companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process for this role type.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your geographic area and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search yourself before negotiating an offer to confirm the employer isn't filing at a tier below your market rate.
Clarify petition filing timing relative to your start date
Standard H-1B petitions for cap-subject roles take three to six months to adjudicate. If your OPT or grace period is running short, ask your employer whether premium processing, which USCIS typically decides within 15 business days, is on the table.
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Find Systems Programmer JobsSystems Programmer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Systems Programmer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Systems Programmer qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B rules because the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates both the job duties and the degree requirement. If your employer's job description lists a broad range of acceptable majors or frames the degree as preferred rather than required, that can weaken the specialty occupation argument and invite a Request for Evidence.
Can I switch employers while on an H-1B as a Systems Programmer?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition with USCIS, provided your current status is valid and the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. You don't need to wait for final approval before starting. The new employer still needs to file a certified LCA and a Form I-129 with USCIS before your first day.
How do I find Systems Programmer jobs with confirmed H-1B sponsorship?
Search Systems Programmer roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history drawn directly from DOL disclosure data. This filters out job listings where sponsorship is theoretical or case-by-case, showing you only employers who have gone through the LCA certification process for roles in this occupational category.
What documentation should I prepare before a Systems Programmer H-1B petition?
Your employer's attorney will need your official degree transcripts, diploma, and any foreign credential evaluation if your degree was issued outside the U.S. For Systems Programmer roles, a detailed technical resume that maps your experience to low-level programming, operating systems, or systems architecture is especially useful. If your degree is in a loosely related field, letters from former supervisors documenting relevant systems-level work can support the specialty occupation argument.
Does remote work affect my H-1B status as a Systems Programmer?
Remote work can affect your H-1B because the LCA is tied to a specific worksite location. If you move to a different metropolitan statistical area than what's listed on the certified LCA, your employer must file an amended LCA and potentially an amended H-1B petition before you begin working from that location. USCIS and DOL have both issued guidance on this, so confirm your employer's process before relocating, even temporarily.
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