DB2 SQL Data Engineer (Houston, TX)

Cedent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Senior DB2 SQL Data Engineer in Houston for a contract role focused on developing and optimizing SQL applications. The position requires expertise in DB2 database development, RPG programming, and application coding, along with a strong ability to collaborate with development teams and ensure high standards of data integrity and security.

Qualifications

• Track record as a Senior Database Developer focusing on DB2 in IBM iSeries.
• Expertise in SQL procedures and RPG programming.
• Familiarity with DB2 tools and modern programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain SQL stored procedures in the DB2 environment.
• Modernize RPG programs to SQL applications.
• Collaborate to integrate database solutions and ensure performance.

Skills

SQL stored procedures

Database optimization

Problem solving

Communication

RPG programming languages

Python

Microservices architecture

Application development

Tools

Aldon

RDI

ACS

VS Code

Job description

3 days onsite, Houston TX

Senior DB2 SQL Data Engineer
We are seeking a Senior DB2 SQL Data Engineer with expert-level proficiency in SQL stored procedures and deep familiarity with the DB2 IBM iSeries system (not Z/OS, not mainframe). The ideal candidate will have a strong database development and application coding background, particularly in modernizing and converting RPG programs to SQL. This role requires extensive hands-on experience in IBM iSeries tools like Aldon, RDI, and ACS, alongside proficiency in contemporary development environments and languages such as Python, microservices, and VS Code IDE.
Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain SQL stored procedures and scripts in the DB2 IBM iSeries environment.
• Modernize and convert RPGIV, RPGLE, and RPGFree programs to SQLbased applications.
• Collaborate closely with application developers and analysts to integrate database solutions.
• Utilize IBM iSeries tools such as Aldon, RDI (Rational Developer for i), and ACS (Access Client Solutions) for application development and deployment.
• Participate in design sessions and provide input for database architecture and application performance tuning.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and performance of the DB2 database environment.
• Write and maintain technical documentation related to database design, configuration, and processes.

Requirements:

• Proven track record as a Senior Database Developer with a focus on DB2 database development in IBM iSeries environment.
• Expertise in SQL stored procedures, SQL scripting, and database optimization techniques.
• Solid understanding of RPG programming languages (RPGIV, RPGLE, RPGFree).
• Experience in application development beyond traditional green screen environments for IBM iSeries.
• Proficiency in IBM iSeries development tools such as Aldon, RDI, and ACS.
• Familiarity with modern programming languages and tools such as Python, microservices architecture, and VS Code IDE.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong communication and problem solving skills.
• Prior experience in converting legacy RPG programs to SQL-based applications is highly desirable.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of Python programming and its integration with DB2 databases.
• Exposure to microservices architecture and RESTful API development.
• Familiarity with modern IDEs like VS Code for application development.

This is a contract position

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