Technical Specialist Progress OpenEdge / SQL Server Location: Bedford, Tennessee | C2C | Onsite Pay Rate: $65/hr Industry: Healthcare / Database Engineering / Application Development End Date: 02-Dec-2026
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Technical Specialist with strong hands-on expertise in Progress OpenEdge, Progress 4GL/ABL, and Microsoft SQL Server. The ideal candidate will support both application development and database management activities, including designing, developing, and maintaining OpenEdge-based business applications and managing OpenEdge database environments. This role requires strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, experience with performance tuning, backup and recovery, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, high-quality technical solutions for a major healthcare client (BCBS).
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain applications using Progress 4GL, ABL, and OpenEdge frameworks.
Install, upgrade, and administer Progress OpenEdge databases, including replication, AppServer, and auditing.
Monitor and tune database performance, optimize SQL queries, and enhance system efficiency.
Implement and manage backup, recovery, dump/load operations, and disaster recovery planning.
Collaborate with business and technical teams to translate requirements into scalable solutions.
Conduct code reviews, troubleshoot application and database issues, and support batch job execution.
Perform daily health checks for database performance, security administration, and user access management.
Utilize Unix/Linux scripting for automation and work with tools such as AdminServer, NameServer, and Git.
Required Qualifications
Strong expertise in Progress OpenEdge, Progress 4GL, ABL, and related database technologies.
Hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server, relational databases, and performance tuning.
Familiarity with Unix/Linux environments and automation through shell/bash scripting.
Experience with source control tools such as Git.
Ability to implement web services, XML parsing, and ProDataSets (preferred).
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
Strong communication skills with the ability to work across cross-functional teams.