Technical Architect

TalentBurst; Quincy (MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm in Quincy, MA, is seeking a highly motivated Technical Architect to support the development and maintenance of systems using Adabas and Natural technologies. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and will be responsible for optimizing performance, supporting the mainframe migration project, and collaborating closely with technical teams. This position offers a 60% remote work arrangement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in ADABAS/Natural and related products.
• 5+ years' experience in architecting and developing applications.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and architect functional changes to the system.
• Develop and maintain architectural blueprints for Adabas and Natural.
• Identify and resolve technical issues related to Adabas and Natural applications.

Skills

ADABAS database systems

Natural programming

Database design

System performance optimization

Technical guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Adabas Manager

Adabas Performance Monitor

Natural Construct

Job description

Overview

Technical Architect — Quincy, MA - 60% Remote; 12+ Months (Possible Extension).

Client seeks a highly motivated Technical Architect with solid proven experience in Natural Adabas (Natural One is highly desirable). You will focus on Adabas and Natural, design, implementation, and maintenance of the system utilizing these technologies. The role collaborates closely with the technical development staff to conceptualize and design system functionality. Instrumental in developing a roadmap for the eventual transition of the mainframe application into the new infrastructure to support the future OneHealth vision.

Experience: 10+ years of professional experience in ADABAS, /Natural and related products, IT infrastructure and/or ADABAS database systems. 5+ years' experience in architecting and developing.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the team to conceptualize, design, and architect functional changes to the system.
• Developing and maintaining architectural blueprints for Adabas and Natural One application, ensuring scalability, performance, and security.
• Directly involved in the implementation of Adabas and Natural, including code development, database design, and system configuration.
• Identify and resolve technical issues related to Adabas and Natural applications, ensuring minimal downtime and disruption.
• Optimize Adabas and Natural systems for performance, ensuring efficient data access and application responsiveness.
• Provide technical guidance to the team members on Adabas and Natural best practices.
• Collaborate with development to ensure server and storage systems are documented, monitored, supported, and aligned with Commonwealth security standards and directives.
• Participate with database support to provide timely resolution of database-related issues.
• Work with development and vendors, supporting installations, operating systems, and management applications.
• Support the Mainframe Migration project by collaborating with IT stakeholders, the business, and vendors.
• Understand knowledge of EntireX Communicator (RPC & ACI Protocol).
• Monitor system performance using tools such as Adabas Manager.
• Develop and implement backup and recovery procedures utilizing Adabas Backup and Recovery Tools.
• Optimize database performance through query optimization, indexing, and buffer pool management.
• Monitor environment using Adabas Performance Monitor to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
• Communicate effectively with business users and managers. Ensure project documentation, plans, and scheduling comply with agency initiatives and priorities.
• Administer the Natural development environment.
• Experience with Adabas Utilities: ADAREP, ADABAS, ADASAV, ADAORD, etc., for database maintenance and reporting.
• Support Upgrades, Configuration, and Management of Software AG Products, including: Adabas, EntireX Communicator, Adabas Encryption, Natural Construct, ConnX, Natural One, Entire Net-Work, Natural Security, Entire Connection, Predict.
• Monitor performance of database startups and shutdowns and restore database backups.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong relationship skills and ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders, management, and vendors.
• Solid experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining applications using these technologies.
• Experience with database design principles, data modeling, and database administration tasks.
• Strong coding skills and experience in relevant programming languages (e.g., Natural).

Education and Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Architecture, Information Technology Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.