Graduate Software Development and Systems Engineers

at  General Motors

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you a recent software developer or systems graduate. At General Motors, our Mainframe Ecosystem team is recruiting for positions across Software Development and Platform Engineering. These teams support ongoing Mainframe Transformation programs providing horizontal shared services which drive modern software and systems practices. You will be working with on cutting-edge technology in a global organization that drives innovation. You will play a pivotal role in modernizing our global technology platform while gaining hands-on experience with real-world projects.
Our applications reside on a modern Parallel Sysplex which supports ongoing modernization tools, practices, and products. Future AI potential and projects are in scope of our team’s transformation opportunities.
You will work in a highly collaborative and increasingly Agile environment and will assume a key role in modernizing the GM Mainframe ecosystem. This role will suit someone with solid software development and/or systems engineering skills, who is a strong team player with a positive, confident attitude and an eagerness to learn new skills/practices.
Hybrid: This position will be located onsite a minimum of three days per week in our Limerick office and 2 days from home.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re seeking creative problem solvers with a passion for technology and a desire to make an impact. Ideal candidates will possess:

• A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or a related field) OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
• Strong decision-making and analytical skills.
• A proactive drive to achieve results and improve processes.
• The ability to work collaboratively with peers and build strong professional relationships.
• A strong technical aptitude and eagerness to learn new tools, technologies, and practices.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic.
• Technical skills required

Training will be provided on required technologies, tools, and processes. We are recruiting candidates with a combination of skills in some (or all) of the following:

• Software Engineer Systems Engineer

• • PL/1 / COBOL zOS v2.5 / v3.1

As a Software & Systems Engineer at GM, you’ll:

• Collaborate with teams worldwide, communicating effectively with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Design and develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Break down projects into manageable tasks, estimate timelines, and deliver incremental improvements.
• Investigate issues, perform root cause analysis, and create quick prototypes for solutions.
• Keep your team informed by providing regular updates on your progress.
• Drive innovation by promoting modern engineering practices like test-driven development, continuous integration, and delivery pipelines.