Principal Database Architect (DB2)

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Job Title

Principal Database Architect (DB2)

What does a successful Principal Database Architect (DB2) do at Fiserv?

As a successful Principal Database Architect (DB2) at Fiserv, you will be the driving force behind strategic vision, operational excellence, and risk management. With advanced expertise in your field, you will provide leadership through complex data analysis, contributing to Fiserv's growth and success. Your collaboration with stakeholders, effective communication, and ability to influence will directly impact the organization's goals and maintain its leadership in the fintech sector.

What you will do:

• Managing and overseeing the progress of significant projects and resources, contributing to the overall corporate environment.
• Evaluating progress and results, offering recommendations for procedural changes that resonate with Fiserv's values.
• Communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders, fostering relationships with management, agencies, and customers that reflect Fiserv's commitment to excellence.
• Applying advanced knowledge to complete complex projects in your field of expertise, aligned with Fiserv's innovation-driven ethos.
• Providing leadership through data assessment, analysis, and application of best practices, contributing to Fiserv's industry leadership.
• Collaborating with executives and directors to define organizational goals and strategic plans that support Fiserv's market-leading position.

What you need to have:

• 8+ years in a Principal Database Architect role.
• 8+ years of experience as a Database Administrator, with specific expertise in DB2 on Linux, Windows and AIX platforms.
• 8+ years of experience with database clustering and high availability solutions.
• 6+ years of experience automating NoSQL day-to-day operational activities, such as security, index maintenance, backups, disaster recovery, and installation.
• 6+ years of experience with Python, PowerShell, RedHat Linux, Mac OS, IIS, and Active Directory.
• 5+ years of experience with cloud-based database solutions (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database).
• 5+ years of experience with Windows OS, Unix, and Linux operating systems.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, military, and work experience.

What would be great to have:

• Familiarity with emerging technologies and trends, enabling effective estimation of their impact on decisions and services.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing strategies that enhance customer/user satisfaction.
• Experience in resource optimization and allocation, contributing to efficient project management.
• Background in managing projects with substantial scale and complexity.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance and security considerations within the fintech sector.

Perks at work:

• We’re #FiservProud of our commitment to your overall well-being with a growing offering of physical, mental, emotional, and financial benefits from day one.
• Maintain a healthy work-life balance with paid holidays, generous time off policies, including Recharge & Refuel with no specific set limit for qualifying associates, and free counseling through our EAP.
• Plan for your future with competitive salaries, the Fiserv 401(k) Savings Plan, and our Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Recognize and be recognized by colleagues with our Living Proof program where you can exchange points for a variety of rewards.
• Prioritize your health with a variety of medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options and a range of well-being resources through our Fuel Your Life program.
• Advance your career with training, development, certification, and internal mobility opportunities.

This role is not eligible to be performed in Colorado, California, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, New York, Nevada, Rhode Island or Washington.

It is unlawful to discriminate against a prospective employee due to the individual's status as a veteran.

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role