DB2 Data Engineer (Remote)

Dexian; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexian is seeking a Database Engineer to develop and maintain database applications with a focus on performance and modernization. The role involves enterprise-level data solutions in a collaborative Houston environment, delivering robust data services.

You will convert RPG code to SQL stored procedures, tune performance, implement logging, and read RPG programs. Expect exposure to Python, microservices, and VS Code alongside REST APIs and Git-based workflows.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing and maintaining database applications, with dynamic SQL.
• Strong expertise in SQL stored procedures in the described environment.
• Ability to read RPGIV, RPGLE, RPGFree and embedded SQL.
• Experience modernizing RPG apps into SQL stored procedures.
• Familiarity with source control and deployment frameworks.
• Experience integrating with REST APIs and JSON data.
• Exposure to Python, microservices, and VS Code development.
• Proficiency with Git.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain database applications on the platform with dynamic SQL.
• Convert RPG code to SQL stored procedures and tune performance.
• Implement logging and exception handling for robust operation.
• Read and interpret RPGIV, RPGLE, RPGFree programs and embedded SQL.
• Modernize RPG applications by converting to SQL stored procedures.
• Collaborate using internal tools for version control and deployment.
• Interact with front-end systems via REST APIs and JSON.
• Contribute to development projects including Python and microservices in VS Code.
• Use version control systems to manage code changes and enable teamwork.

Skills

Dynamic SQL

SQL Stored Procedures

RPGIV

RPGLE

RPGFree

REST APIs

JSON

Python

Microservices

Visual Studio Code

Git

Tools

Source control (Git)

Deployment frameworks

VS Code IDE

Job description

The organization is seeking a skilled Database Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain database applications, focusing on ensuring efficient data processing, performance, and modernization. This role offers an opportunity to work with enterprise-level data solutions in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain various database applications on the platform, utilizing dynamic SQL.
• Convert RPG code to SQL stored procedures and perform performance tuning.
• Implement logging and exception handling to ensure robust application operation.
• Read and interpret RPGIV, RPGLE, RPGFree programs, along with embedded SQL.
• Modernize existing RPG applications by converting them to SQL stored procedures within the database.
• Collaborate using internal tools and frameworks for version control and deployment.
• Interact with front-end systems through REST APIs and JSON data formats.
• Contribute to application development projects, including exposure to Python, microservices, and development in the Visual Studio Code IDE.
• Use version control systems to manage code changes and enable team collaboration.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience developing and maintaining database applications, particularly on the platform with dynamic SQL.
• Strong expertise in SQL stored procedures, with significant development experience in the specified database environment.
• Ability to read and understand RPGIV, RPGLE, RPGFree programs, and embedded SQL.
• Experience in converting and modernizing RPG applications into SQL stored procedures.
• Familiarity with enterprise tools such as source control and deployment frameworks.
• Demonstrated application development interaction with front-end systems using REST APIs and JSON.
• Exposure to Python programming, microservice architecture, and IDE development in Visual Studio Code.
• Proficiency in using source control systems like Git.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with enterprise tools such as Aldon, RDI, or ACS.
• Background in performance tuning and exception handling for database applications.
• Knowledge of internal version control and deployment methodologies.
• Prior experience working in a collaborative team environment on enterprise data projects.

Why This Opportunity May Be Appealing

This role provides an excellent chance to work on modernization projects within a stable organization while expanding your technical skill set. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a knowledgeable team, utilize a variety of enterprise tools, and contribute to impactful data solutions in a professional setting.

Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support. Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. To learn more, please visit https://dexian.com/. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.