DB2 DBA / DB2 Database Administrator San Francisco, CA DB2 UDB DBA 6 months contract San Francisco, CA JD *8-10 years of experience in database design or maintenance * Six or more years of DBA experience, generally with two or more of the following DBMS platforms: DB2, Informix, Sybase, SQL Server, Oracle. * Five or more years with DB client/server development tools and techniques. * Experienced with DB performance m onitor, DB recover, and DB change management. * Strong knowledge and extensive experience with DB2 UDB on AIX/Solaris is mandatory. * Participation in large projects that require understanding of software development life cycle * Experience with Large Scale DB2 UDB Databases and DB2 DPF (Data Partition) is required. * Working knowledge of operating system internals (Shell scripting, monitoring, debugging) in AIX / Solaris / Linux environments is required. * Must be competent with converting logical data models into high performance physical designs. * Experience with data dictionary/repository tools and ERwin data modeling software. * Experience with OLAP tools. * DB2 UDB DBA ( UNIX ) with additional Oracle or SQL experience is preferred. * Experience working with computer hardware and software installation/upgrading procedures * Experience working with database and system maintenance procedures * Experience working with database creation techniques and database management systems (DBMS) features * Experience working with database performance tuning * Experience with Mainframe DB2 will be added advantage. Other Qualifications * Good analytical and problem solving skills * Good programming skills for database management and general software * Good communication skills * Leadership skills to guide work teams * Ability to work in a team environment * Ability to anticipate problems and take decisive action Keywords: DB2 DBA or DB2 or DB2 UDB DBA or UDB or DBA or Database Administration or DB2 Database Administration or DB2 DBA or DB2 or DB2 UDB DBA or UDB or DBA or Database Administration or DB2 Database Administration or DB2 DBA or DB2 or DB2 UDB DBA or UDB or DBA or Database Administration or DB2 Database Administration or DB2 DBA or DB2 or DB2 UDB DBA or UDB or DBA or Database Administration or DB2 Database Administration or DB2 DBA or DB2 or DB2 UDB DBA or UDB or DBA or Database Administration or DB2 Database Administration Referral Program: If you know of anyone with this background it would be much appreciated and our team pays a generous referral program. We are keen on networking and establishing a long-term, mutually beneficial partnership with you. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who creates successful client relationships and has the drive to be a key contributor in the growth of a new business division. This position has strong growth potential with a rapidly expanding performance management consulting firm, leading market and Fortune 500 companies to higher levels of performance. We offer the opportunity to do exciting and enjoyable work in an exceptional environment working with other outstanding talent. We offer the thrill and laid-back environment of a start-up without all the risks. If your skills match these qualfications please send your resume to recruiter@vdartinc.com for immediate consideration.Please be assured that your resume will be reviewed and you will be contacted if there is an interest in your background and experience. We are an equal opportunity Employer.