Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Customer Channels Group is seeking an IDMS Database Administrator to support the reliability, availability, and performance of IDMS databases critical to our business operations
Requirements
- Demonstrated curiosity and commitment to developing skills in database administration and mainframe technologies
- Basic understanding of database concepts such as schemas, records, indexes, and query logic
- Familiarity with COBOL, JCL, or mainframe systems through school, training, or hands-on practice
- Awareness of hierarchical or network database models like IDMS
- Exposure to databases, programming, or systems administration through coursework, internships, or self-guided projects is a plus
- Willingness to pursue training or certifications in database administration, mainframe operations, or legacy system support
- Enthusiasm for contributing to modernization efforts and learning how legacy systems integrate with new technologies
Responsibilities
- Assist with monitoring, maintaining, and supporting IDMS databases
- Participate in daily operational tasks, such as backup monitoring, space allocation, and data integrity checks
- Help analyze system performance and gather metrics to support tuning and optimization activities
- Contribute to change control processes by documenting database modifications, updates, and deployments
- Collaborate with development and application support teams to resolve basic database-related issues
- Learn to interpret and update database schema definitions, sets, and record structures within the IDMS environment
- Support planned maintenance windows, database reorganizations, and version upgrades as needed
Other
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
- Participation in a technical co-op, internship, or relevant certification program is beneficial but not required
- Ability to follow structured processes and operational guidelines with high attention to detail
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset; willing to ask questions and take initiative to learn
- Effective communicator—able to work closely with teammates, document work, and share updates clearly
