PowerBuilder Developer/Programmer

Encore Technologies; Minnesota; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Technologies seeks a seasoned PowerBuilder Developer to enhance and support legacy applications critical to public programs. This role involves modernizing existing systems and ensuring their performance, collaborating across teams, and transitioning to new technologies. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in PL/SQL and Oracle databases.

Qualifications

• Experienced with PowerBuilder and known for troubleshooting legacy systems.
• Strong database skills, especially with Oracle.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance existing PowerBuilder desktop applications.
• Troubleshoot bugs, implement fixes, and execute code reviews.
• Contribute to modernization efforts and knowledge transfer.

Skills

PL/SQL

Oracle databases

SQL CRUD/view operations

Git

Client-Server architecture

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field

Tools

Git

Job description

Posted on 20 June 25 by Jennifer McLaughlin

PowerBuilder Developer (Legacy Systems Support + Enhancement)
Location: Remote
Contract Opportunity | Long-Term Potential

We are unable to consider C2C or H1B

Are you a seasoned PowerBuilder developer with a passion for untangling complex legacy systems and bringing stability to mission-critical applications?

We’re seeking a skilled developer to support and enhance a suite of long-standing PowerBuilder-based desktop applications used in statewide public programs. The role involves active collaboration with cross-functional technical teams and business leads to improve performance, troubleshoot defects, and modernize legacy code—while also supporting future transitions to modern platforms like Java and web-based frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and enhance existing PowerBuilder desktop applications

Troubleshoot bugs, implement fixes, and execute code reviews

Support QA/UAT testing, source control, change management, and sprint planning

Participate in effort estimation, requirements review, and Agile ceremonies

Contribute to modernization efforts, including potential Java and web app migration

Provide knowledge transfer to internal stakeholders

What You Bring

Proficiency in PL/SQL, Oracle databases, and SQL CRUD/view operations

Familiarity with PFC class libraries and Client-Server architecture (VB, Delphi, etc.)

Experience using Git for source code management

Comfortable working with legacy code and applying thoughtful refactoring

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field

Experience navigating complex, regulated environments

Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally