Adabas Linux Database Administrator - ALDA24-18334

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Adabas Linux Database Administrator (DBA)

Duration : 6 Months (Tentative)

Location : Quincy, MA (Hybrid)

Position Overview :

The role involves supporting the modernization and migration of legacy eligibility and enrollment systems to a cloud-based infrastructure as part of a major healthcare initiative. This will include rehosting legacy mainframe applications to AWS Cloud, specifically focusing on the Natural / Adabas MA21 system. The DBA will play a key role in maintaining the stability of Adabas / Natural applications in a cloud environment, collaborating with development teams, and managing performance, security, and maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities :

• Monitor and maintain Adabas / Natural applications in a cloud-based, Linux server environment.
• Support Linux operating systems (RedHat, SuSe, CentOS), including commands and utilities.
• Design and implement Adabas databases to ensure optimal performance and scalability.
• Resolve database-related issues and provide timely support for applications.
• Use Adabas Manager and other tools to monitor database performance and resolve bottlenecks.
• Develop and implement backup and recovery procedures using Adabas Backup and Recovery Tools.
• Administer the Natural development environment.
• Perform database startups, shutdowns, and backups; use Adabas File Reorders.
• Utilize Software AG utilities (ADAREP, ADASAV, ADAORD, etc.) for database maintenance and reporting.
• Implement and configure Software AG products, including Adabas, EntireX, and others on Linux.
• Use Linux shell scripting to automate tasks and manage system processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and business stakeholders to ensure the project meets deadlines and requirements.
• Provide clear documentation, project plans, and status reports.

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