Data Engineer

Melbreck Technical Recruitment; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical recruitment firm in Hemel Hempstead is seeking an IT System Administrator and Data Engineer to manage IBM iSeries systems and lead IT initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in IBMi systems management, programming in CL and RPG, and will be rewarded with a competitive salary of £55-65K, bonuses, and excellent career progression.

Benefits

Bonus of up to 12.5%

Industry leading pension

1 day working from home

Excellent career progression

Qualifications

• Experience managing IBMi systems with a focus on system performance and reliability.
• Strong programming skills in CL and RPG for process automation.
• Ability to manage backups and recovery processes effectively.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support IBM iSeries systems for optimal performance.
• Execute regular data refreshes for accuracy across systems.
• Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations and procedures.

Skills

IBMi Systems Management and Administration

IBMi Backup and Recovery

IBM MQ Series

Query / SQL / Database Management

CL and RPG programming

Job description

IT System Administrator and Data Engineer - £55-65K Hemel Hempstead - Permanent

Melbreck Technical are working with a leading designer and manufacturer of engineered solutions with offices throughout the world and a global turnover exceeding $15 billion.

Due to continued IT infrastructure expansion, coinciding with increased turnover for the business, they are looking to strengthen their Systems Administration Team.

Role Overview

The Specialist iSeries System Administrator plays a dual role in managing IBM iSeries systems and driving digital IT initiatives across the business. This position involves administering and supporting IBM iSeries environments, performing system analysis, and leading or co‑leading IT projects to deliver technology solutions that meet business needs. Collaborating closely with Corporate and Division subject matter experts and third‑party IT vendors, the role ensures projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

IBMi (iSeries) System Administration:

• Administer and support IBM iSeries (IBMi) systems to ensure optimal performance, availability, and reliability, including out‑of‑hours (OOH) support.
• Manage and execute regular data refreshes to ensure data accuracy and currency across systems and environments.
• Write, maintain, and enhance CL and RPG programmes to automate processes and improve application functionality.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, procedures, and best practices to facilitate knowledge sharing and ensure compliance.

Candidate Requirements

• IBMi Systems Management and Administration
• IBMi Backup and Recovery
• IBM MQ Series
• Query / SQL / Database Management
• CL and RPG programming
• Experience with JD Edwards is beneficial

What's on Offer

• Salary - £55-65K
• Bonus of up to 12.5%
• Industry leading pension
• 1 day working from home
• Excellent career progression

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