Engineer

eTeam; Manchester; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

eTeam is seeking a Digital DataStage Engineer in Manchester to design, develop, and support ETL solutions using IBM DataStage within a regulated banking environment. You will work with analysts, data architects, and downstream consumers to deliver reliable data integration.

The role involves end-to-end data pipelines, design documentation, data profiling, and performance tuning. Expect 2-3 days on-site, 31/12/2026 end date, and PAYE via Umbrella at £313/day.

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain ETL jobs and sequences using IBM DataStage
• Develop end-to-end data pipelines from source systems to data warehouse / downstream platforms
• Create and maintain ETL design documents, mapping specifications, and technical documentation
• Perform data profiling, validation, and reconciliation to ensure data quality
• Optimize DataStage jobs for performance, scalability, and reliability
• Troubleshoot and resolve ETL failures, data issues, and production incidents
• Work closely with DBAs, Unix teams, schedulers (TWS/IWS), and application teams
• Support batch schedules, deployments, and controlled releases across environments
• Adhere to banking controls, SDLC, and change management processes
• Lead ETL design and review for UK senior data stage developer role

Skills

ETL / Data Warehousing

UNIX / Shell scripting

Data models & RDBMS

DataStage expertise

DataStage Parallel Jobs

Lookups / Change Capture / Transformer

Sequential File / Data Sets

Column Generator

Parameterization / Reusable components

Tools

TWS/IWS

Unix scheduling tools

Job description

We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you.

Role Title: Digital DataStage Engineer

Location: Manchester

Duration: 31/12/2026

Days on site: 2-3

Pay rate: £313 per day (PAYE through Umbrella)

Role Description:

Role Overview

• As a DataStage Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, enhancing, and supporting ETL solutions using IBM DataStage.
• You will work closely with business analysts, data architects, and downstream consumers to deliver reliable, scalable, and high-quality data integration solutions in a regulated banking environment.
• Key Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and maintain ETL jobs and sequences using IBM DataStage
• Develop end-to-end data pipelines from source systems to data warehouse / downstream platforms
• Create and maintain ETL design documents, mapping specifications, and technical documentation
• Perform data profiling, validation, and reconciliation to ensure data quality
• Optimize DataStage jobs for performance, scalability, and reliability
• Troubleshoot and resolve ETL failures, data issues, and production incidents
• Work closely with DBAs, Unix teams, schedulers (TWS/IWS), and application teams
• Support batch schedules, deployments, and controlled releases across environments
• Adhere to banking controls, SDLC, and change management processes

Mandatory Skills

• ETL / Data Warehousing concepts
• UNIX / Shell scripting
• Strong understanding of data models and relational databases
• DataStage Technical Expertise
• Hands-on experience with:
• DataStage Parallel Jobs
• Lookups, Change Capture, Transformer
• Sequential File, Data Sets
• Column Generator
• Job parameterization, shared containers, and reusable components

Good to Have

• Experience with production support and on-call rotations
• Exposure to TWS / IWS scheduling
• Experience with DataStage upgrades or migrations (e.g., 8.x ? 11.x)
• Knowledge of data reconciliation and audit controls

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently in a delivery environment
• Good communication skills for stakeholder and offshore/onshore collaboration
• Documentation and attention to detail (bank-grade)

UK – Senior DataStage Developer:

• Lead ETL design and review
• Own complex data domains and critical batch flows
• Support architectural decisions and performance tuning