Sr ETL Developer (IBM DataStage)

Novalink Solutions

Lansing, Michigan

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Architectural Analysis, Automation, Cloud Computing, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Processing, Data Quality, Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL), Documentation, File Management, File Systems, IBM WebSphere DataStage, Identify Issues, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Linux Operating System, Maintain Compliance, Master Data Management (MDM), Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Performance Management, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Management, Refactoring, Relational Databases (RDBMS), Root Cause Analysis, SQL (Structured Query Language), Systems Administration/Management, Unix Operating Systems, Unix Shell Programming, Validation Testing, XML (EXtensible Markup Language)
LOCATION
Lansing, Michigan
POSTED
Today
Top Skills & Years of Experience:
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- 5+ years of experience with ETL (IBM DataStage) - Required
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- 1+ years of exposure to Cloud Pak for data - Required
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- 5+ years of experience with Unix/Linux
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- 3+ years of experience with Master Data Management
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Desired Skills:
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- Previous Government experience
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The ETL Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high‑quality data integration solutions using IBM DataStage and related technologies. This role supports both on‑premise and cloud environments, contributes to enterprise data modernization efforts, and plays a key role in migrating DataStage workloads to IBM Cloud Pak for Data (CP4D). The developer will collaborate with technical and business teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and secure data pipelines aligned with organizational objectives.<\/span>
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Responsibilities and Technical Skills<\/span><\/b>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>Develop, enhance, and optimize ETL pipelines using IBM DataStage, including parallel and server jobs, job sequencing, and performance tuning.<\/span>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>Support the migration of on‑premise DataStage jobs to IBM Cloud Pak for Data (CP4D), including code refactoring, testing, validation, and workflow modernization.<\/span>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>Use Python and XML to automate processes, perform data transformations, and integrate automation into ETL workflows.<\/span>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>Work extensively in Linux/Unix environments to write shell scripts, manage file systems, monitor processes, and troubleshoot runtime issues.<\/span>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>Apply Master Data Management (MDM) principles to ensure data quality, governance, and consistency across enterprise systems.<\/span>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>Develop complex SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, validation, and performance improvement across relational database platforms.<\/span>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>Work within Agile teams to support sprint activities, deployments, documentation, and continuous improvement practices.<\/span>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>Collaborate with data architects, analysts, DBAs, and business users to ensure successful and accurate delivery of data solutions.<\/span>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>Troubleshoot ETL issues, perform root‑cause analysis, recommend improvements, and ensure adherence to data standards and security policies.<\/span>
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Required Skills<\/span><\/b>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>5+ years of experience ETL (IBM DataStage) - Required<\/span>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>1+ years of exposure to Cloud Pak for data - Required<\/span>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>5+ years of experience with Unix/Linux<\/span>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>3+ years of experience with Master Data Management<\/span>
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Desired Skills<\/span><\/b>
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·         <\/span><\/span><\/span>Previous Government experience <\/span>
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About the Company

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Novalink Solutions

Novalink, founded in 2003 , is a leading consulting and staffing company serving clients in public and private sectors in Information Technology, Telecommunications (IT/Telecom), Technical Networks, Finance, and Administration. With government agencies as our primary clientele, our team has a proven track record of success in providing temporary personnel solutions and managing government deliverables-based projects over the past 20 years.

COMPANY SIZE
20 to 49 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2004
WEBSITE
http://www.novalink-solutions.com/