Senior PowerBuilder Developer

4A Consulting, LLC; Baltimore (MD); On-site; Full time

Job description

At 4A Consulting, we turn complexity into opportunity. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Baltimore, MD, we are a women-owned, boutique consulting firm specializing in delivering innovative, data-driven solutions to both the Federal Government and Fortune 500 clients. Our team blends deep industry knowledge with advanced technologies to design tailored strategies that drive measurable and sustainable outcomes. We pride ourselves on an agile, collaborative approach that helps organizations navigate challenges and seize emerging opportunities in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. At 4A, we don’t just deliver projects, we build trusted partnerships that empower our clients to lead with confidence in the digital age.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior PowerBuilder Developer with over 10 years of hands‑on experience in designing, developing, enhancing, and supporting enterprise applications in client/server and web‑based environments. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in PowerBuilder development, Oracle databases, PL/SQL programming, object‑oriented design principles, and enterprise application integration. Experience working in Agile environments and maintaining large‑scale legacy modernization projects is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise applications using PowerBuilder (10.x–12.5/Appeon).
• Develop reusable and maintainable components using Non‑Visual Objects (NVOs) and Object‑Oriented Programming principles.
• Perform system analysis, coding, unit testing, debugging, implementation, and production support activities.
• Develop and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, views, joins, and PL/SQL packages in Oracle databases.
• Work with DataWindows, OLE integrations, and third‑party tool integrations within PowerBuilder applications.
• Design and implement scalable application architectures following OOAD methodologies and design patterns.
• Develop and consume SOAP/REST Web Services, APIs, XML services, and WCF services.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including business analysts, QA teams, and project managers in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Participate in CI/CD pipeline implementations and version control management using Git, Jenkins, TFS, or related tools.
• Support application modernization, migration, and integration initiatives involving Oracle, SQL Server, Salesforce, and other enterprise systems.
• Create technical documentation, test plans, test scripts, and deployment procedures.
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide timely resolutions for business‑critical applications.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in PowerBuilder development (PowerBuilder 10.x/11.x/12.x and Appeon PowerBuilder).
• Strong experience with Oracle Database (10g/11g/12c/19c) and PL/SQL development.
• Expertise in PowerScript, DataWindow programming, and NVO‑based application development.
• Strong understanding of Object‑Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD) principles.
• Experience with REST APIs, SOAP Web Services, XML, and WCF services.
• Hands‑on experience with SQL optimization, stored procedures, triggers, and database performance tuning.
• Experience with source control tools such as Git, TFS, SVN, ClearCase, or Serena Dimensions.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Salesforce integrations and data migration tools.
• Experience integrating mainframe emulator applications with enterprise systems.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure.
• Experience with Unix/Linux shell scripting and Perl scripting.
• Knowledge of testing methodologies including unit testing, system testing, and load testing.

Why Join 4A

• Be part of a mission‑driven, women‑owned consulting firm with a reputation for excellence.
• Work on high‑impact projects across federal and commercial clients.
• Collaborate in an inclusive, growth‑oriented culture where innovation is valued.
• Access career development programs, mentorship, and learning opportunities.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work options, and a focus on work‑life balance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

4A Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive hiring process. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability may contact [e-mail].

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Please note that 4A Consulting participates in the federal E‑Verify program. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US. 4A Consulting will only use E‑Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I‑9.