**Who We Are** At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities. **The Role** Within our Database Administration team at Kyndryl, you'll be a master of managing and administering the backbone of our technological infrastructure. In the role of Senior DB2 DBA Specialist - Linux / Unix / Windows, you will be responsible for managing and optimising database systems, specifically focusing on IBM DB2 databases to ensure the long-term success of our business operations. Your expertise will be crucial in configuring, installing and maintaining database management systems, ensuring that our systems are always running at peak performance. You'll also be responsible for managing user access, implementing the highest standards of security to protect our valuable data from unauthorised access. In addition, you'll be a disaster recovery guru, developing strong backup and recovery plans to ensure that our system is always protected in the event of a failure. Your technical acumen will be put to use as you support end users and application developers in solving complex problems related to our database systems. As a key player on the team, you'll implement policies and procedures to safeguard our data from external threats. You will also conduct capacity planning and growth projections based on usage, ensuring that our system is always scalable to meet our business needs. You'll be a strategic partner, working closely with various teams to coordinate systematic database project plans that align with our organisational goals. Your contributions will not go unnoticed - you'll have the opportunity to propose and implement enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system, enabling us to deliver world-class services to our customers. **Your Future at Kyndryl** Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from Junior Administrator to Architect. We have training and upskilling programs that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with customers in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialise in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here. **What do we offer?** + Enjoy a competitive salary that recognises your skills and contributions, ensuring your financial well-being and rewarding your hard work. We offer a gross yearly salary of a minimum of €76,000 to €100,000. The salary offer may even exceed this range depending on the skills and capabilities you can bring to the team. You are eligible for two semi-annual salary payments to be paid along with the June and December salary (holiday allowance and 13th-month bonus). + Collaborative Environment - Work together with skilled and dedicated colleagues who are committed to excellence. + Opportunity to Work with Cutting-Edge Technologies - Engage with the latest and most advanced technologies, keeping you at the forefront of innovation and technical expertise. + Work on Large-Footprint Critical Infrastructure Projects - Participate in significant and impactful infrastructure projects that challenge your skills and allow you to contribute to essential and large-scale initiatives. + Education Programs and Certifications - Broaden and deepen your knowledge through various educational programs and certifications. + Career Opportunities - Explore various career opportunities depending on your experience and interests. + Open and Inclusive Culture - Thrive in an open and inclusive work environment that values diversity and collaboration. + Social Activities - Join the Kyndryl Social Club, which regularly organizes drinks and other fun activities. + Volunteer Opportunities - Take advantage of the "Kyndryl Cares" program, which allows you to volunteer one day a year at no cost to you. + Flexible Working Hours and Remote Work - Enjoy the flexibility to organize your working hours and work from home. + Necessary Work Tools - Receive the tools you need to do your job, including a mobile phone for private use and a choice of a MacBook or Lenovo laptop. + Monthly Internet Allowance - Benefit from a monthly internet allowance to support your remote work needs. + Pension Contributions - Automatically affiliate with the BeFrank pension fund and receive a contribution to your pension. + Extensive Leave Arrangements - Benefit from extensive arrangements for partner leave, among other leave options. **Who You Are** You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others. **Required Technical and Professional Expertise** + At least 6 years of relevant experience in Database Administration; + Microsoft Windows Server 2016 implementation and management; + VMware ESXi experience; + Public/private cloud management, especially migration from on-prem to cloud. As this role is dedicated to supporting our distinguished customers in the Netherlands, proficiency in the Dutch language is a prerequisite for this opportunity. **Preferred Technical and Professional Experience** + Automation experience, especially IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service);  + Vulnerability management; + On-prem AD FS (Active Directory Federation Services) with Microsoft Active Directory (AD) ,and/or Azure AD; + AFM (Active File Management/Storage Scale); + Affinity with Storage and OpenShift is highly preferred; + QREP; + YAML; + Technical experience with IBM DB2 Warehouse on Power Solution. **Being You** Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way. **What You Can Expect** With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed. **Get Referred!** If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked ‘How Did You Hear About Us’ during the application process, select ‘Employee Referral’ and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address. Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.