Job DescriptionAre you an IMS Senior Database Systems Programmer looking to support and drive innovation for the IMS Platform. This role is critical in maintaining operational excellence and ensuring a resilient and efficient database environment.You will work closely with database vendors, infrastructure teams, DBAs, and application teams to install, configure, maintain, and optimize IMS database environments within GM’s mainframe infrastructure. You will also be responsible for performance tuning, capacity management, system monitoring, disaster recovery, and automation solutions to enhance the availability and efficiency of GM’s global mainframe database operations.Key Responsibilities:Database Administration: Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain IMS databases and related subsystems.Performance Optimization: Analyze system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning strategies for IMS databases.Capacity Planning: Monitor and manage database storage and resource allocation to ensure optimal performance and scalability.System Monitoring & Automation: Develop and implement global monitoring and automation solutions for enhanced system availability.Disaster Recovery: Design, implement, and test disaster recovery plans for IMS databases to ensure business continuity.Security & Compliance: Implement and enforce security best practices and regulatory compliance for IMS environments.Collaboration & Support: Provide Level 3/4 support for IMS software delivery teams, troubleshooting and resolving complex production issues.Documentation & Knowledge Sharing: Maintain technical documentation and share best practices within the team.Vendor & Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with IBM and other vendors to manage product lifecycles, upgrades, and issue resolution.Requirements:5+ years of experience as an IMS Database Systems Programmer.Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).Experience in installing, upgrading, and maintaining IMS (Transaction and Database) systems.Strong knowledge of IMS commands, buffer pool management, and recovery procedures.Proficiency in JCL, TSO/ISPF, VSAM, SMP/E, and related mainframe tools.Experience with IBM Z Workload Scheduler and batch job scheduling.Hands-on experience with disaster recovery planning and execution for IMS.Understanding of Db2 and IMS integration, security, and subsystem interactions.Ability to support systems in a 24x7 on-call rotation.Preferred Qualifications:Expertise in IBM’s InfoSphere Replication Server for z/OS and IBM InfoSphere Data Replication Change Data Capture.Experience with IBM Data Virtualization Manager and BMC utilities.Knowledge of IT best practices such as ITIL, COBIT, and ISO9000.Proficiency in REXX and CLIST programming for automation.Familiarity with z/OS internals, JES2, WLM, and security protocols (RACF).Why Join GM?At GM, we are committed to designing, building, and selling the world’s best vehicles with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. Our IT team leads in cutting-edge technologies, driving innovation across business-critical systems, mobility, and supercomputing.Join us and be part of a global team that enables transformation at an unprecedented scale while working on some of the most challenging and impactful mainframe projects in the industry.Apply today and drive the future with General Motors!About GMOur vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.Why Join Us We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day – individually and collectively – to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Our Work Appropriately philosophy supports our foundation of inclusion and provides employees the flexibility to work where they can have the greatest impact on achieving our goals, dependent on role needs. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.Diversity InformationGeneral Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional, personal, educational, or volunteer opportunities. We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.