Informix DB Admin

Job Descritpion of Informix DB Admin

10+ Years Relevant Experience

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Informix Database Administrator with over 7 years of hands-on experience managing and supporting Informix environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Informix versions 12.x and 14.x, replication technologies, performance tuning, and Unix/Linux environments. This role requires a proactive individual with strong troubleshooting and communication skills, capable of supporting enterprise-grade database systems and collaborating across multiple teams.

Key Responsibilities:

‍Informix Administration:

• Administer, configure, monitor, and optimize Informix databases in production and development environments.
• Manage Informix replication technologies including HDR (High Availability Data Replication), RSS (Remote Standalone Secondary), and SDS (Shared Disk Secondary).
• Perform performance tuning, capacity planning, backup and recovery, and incident resolution.
• Analyze and troubleshoot database issues, identifying root causes and applying appropriate solutions.

Incident and Operations Management:

• ‍‍Provide L2/L3 support for Informix DB-related incidents and service requests.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Maintain operational stability through regular health checks and proactive monitoring.

Scripting and Automation:

• Develop and maintain Unix/Linux shell scripts for database automation and maintenance tasks.
• Support and enhance tools for monitoring, alerting, and operational efficiency.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
• Participate in on-call rotations and ensure database uptime and performance SLAs are met.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, including SOPs and knowledge base articles.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 7+ years of hands-on experience with Informix Database Administration, including versions 12.x and 14.x.
• Expertise in Informix replication: HDR, RSS, and SDS.
• Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and issue resolution skills.
• Solid experience working in Unix/Linux environments with shell scripting expertise.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with ticketing systems and working in ITIL/incident management frameworks.

Good to Have (Desirable Skills):

• Experience with Splunk, Zabbix, or other monitoring/logging tools.
• Exposure to other RDBMS such as PostgreSQL, MySQL.
• Experience with CyberArk and Symphony Summit ticketing tools.
• Knowledge of the Telecom domain is a plus.
• Strong decision-making skills and the ability to act independently in high-pressure situations.

Soft Skills & Expectations:

• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently or in a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to coordinate with stakeholders and drive resolution of complex issues.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality support and documentation.

Required Skills for Informix DB Admin Job

Informix

HDR

RSS

SDS

troubleshooting

Performance Tuning