Systems Programmer (DB2 and IMS Database)

Job Description

This role is categorized as hybrid, requiring the successful candidate to report to the office at least three times per week.

The position may be eligible for relocation benefits.

The Mainframe Systems Database Systems Programmer will collaborate with various teams to deploy, manage, and support mainframe databases worldwide. Responsibilities include working with database vendors, infrastructure groups, DBAs, and application teams to install, monitor, manage, and upgrade databases such as Db2 and IMS. The individual will optimize performance, manage capacity, schedule tasks, resolve production issues, and implement monitoring and automation solutions to ensure high availability of GM's mainframe database platforms.

Minimum Qualifications :

• At least 3 years of professional experience in a similar role and a Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field; without a degree, an additional 3 years of relevant experience is required.
• Experience providing global support for Db2 and / or IMS, including Level 3 / 4 support, troubleshooting, and resolving complex issues.
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Db2 and / or IMS Systems Programmer.
• Ability to produce clear documentation and translate technical details into understandable language.
• Ability to support systems in a 24x7 on-call rotation.
• Proficiency with Db2 and IMS commands for system management, recovery, and connection manipulation.
• Experience with system installs, upgrades, maintenance, and security for Db2 and IMS.
• Knowledge of performance analysis tools like IBM Db2 SQL Performance Analyzer and IBM Query Monitor.
• Experience with disaster recovery planning and execution for Db2 and IMS systems.
• Vendor interaction experience, including searching knowledge databases and familiarity with IBMLINK.

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