Junior Datastage Developer

Experis IT; Greater London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking Junior DataStage Developers to support a major data migration program within a large-scale transformation project. Responsibilities include developing DataStage jobs, data transformation with XML and XSLT, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. A minimum of 5 years' residency in the UK and proven experience with DataStage is required. Benefits include a contributory pension scheme, medical cover, and 22 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Medical and Dental cover

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Maternity pay, shared parental leave, and paternity leave

Sick pay

Qualifications

• MUST be a UK National with a minimum of 5 years' residency.
• Proven experience with DataStage Designer.
• Strong proficiency in XML & XSLT for data transformation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain DataStage Designer jobs.
• Support data transformation activities using XML and XSLT.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

DataStage Designer

MOSAIC

XML

XSLT

Jira

Communication skills

Job description

Role Title: Junior DataStage Developer

Location: Remote/London (occasional travel required)

Clearance: BPSS required to start. Must be eligible to undergo SC Clearance.

Duration: 7 months

Start Date: ASAP

The ideal candidate will have active SC Clearance or be eligible to undergo SC Clearance.

We are actively looking to secure two Junior DataStage Developers to join Experis. Experis Consultancy is a global entity with a well-established team of over 1000 consultants on assignment across 20 clients internationally. Our UK operation is expanding rapidly with ambitious growth plans for the coming years. We form part of the Manpower Group, collectively generating over $20 billion annually.

Experis UK partners with major clients across multiple industries. Our approach is personal and collaborative for both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology, and career development.

Job Purpose / The Role

You will support a major data migration programme within a large-scale transformation project. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to DataStage development, data transformation tasks, and migration workflows using established methodologies.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and maintain DataStage Designer jobs.
• Support data transformation activities using XML and XSLT.
• Work within structured data migration frameworks such as MOSAIC
• Use Jira for task tracking, sprint planning, and issue management.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and migration approaches.
• Support project activities related to the specific programme.

Your Skills

Essential:

• MUST be a UK National with a minimum of 5 years' residency.
• Proven experience with DataStage Designer.
• Familiarity with MOSAIC or equivalent data migration frameworks.
• Strong proficiency in XML & XSLT for data transformation tasks.
• Confident use of Jira for project and issue management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset with commitment to continuous learning.

Desirable:

• Experience within large-scale transformation or enterprise data environments.
• Knowledge of additional data engineering tools or processes.

Benefits Include

• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Medical and Dental cover
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays
• Maternity pay, shared parental leave, and paternity leave
• Sick pay