Senior Ab Initio Developer

Nedbank; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Nedbank is seeking a Senior Ab Initio Developer to lead data integration solutions in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in ETL workflows, specifically using Ab Initio tools. This full-time position offers an opportunity to innovate and make a significant impact within the financial services sector.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years of hands-on experience in Ab Initio development.
• Proficient in designing data integration solutions using Ab Initio.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex ETL workflows.
• Gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Mentor junior developers and optimize existing applications.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

NQF Level Diploma or Advanced Diploma

Tools

Ab Initio components (GDE, EME, Conduct> It)

Relational databases (Postgres, MS SQL Server, DB2)

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

CI/CD pipelines

Unix/Linux shell scripting

Job description

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Direct message the job poster from Nedbank. Requisition nr : Closing date : 27 June. Nedbank Retail Business Banking Data Manager of Others Position. Why join our team!

Are you a seasoned Ab Initio Developer looking to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment?

We're seeking a technically skilled and proactive professional to lead the design and development of enterprise-scale data integration solutions using Ab Initio tools such as GDE, Conduct> It, and EME.

In this role, you'll work closely with data architects, analysts, QA, and DevOps teams to build scalable, high-performance ETL workflows that power critical business decisions.

You'll also play a key role in mentoring junior developers, optimizing existing systems, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

We're looking for someone who values open communication, mutual respect, and shared success—someone with a strong sense of accountability, a passion for learning, and a willingness to support team goals.

If you're ready to join a team that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and professional growth, this is the opportunity for you.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Ab Initio Developer with extensive experience in designing, developing, and implementing Data Integration solutions using Ab Initio.

The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing, collaborating, and building data integration processes across our enterprise data platforms, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex ETL workflows using Ab Initio GDE, Conduct> It, and EME.
• Work closely with data architects, business analysts, and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Optimize existing Ab Initio applications for performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and consistency across systems and processes.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior developers.
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide timely resolutions.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment of data integration solutions.
• Develop documentation, including data flow diagrams, technical specifications, and best practices.
• Stay up to date with data engineering trends and Ab Initio product enhancements.

Essential Qualifications

• NQF Level Diploma, Advanced Diplomas / National 1st Degrees. Preferred Qualification: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• Experience with cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Exposure to CI / CD pipelines and version control systems (Git, SVN).
• Knowledge of Agile / Scrum methodologies.
• Minimum 5-8+ years of hands-on experience in Ab Initio development.
• Proficient in Ab Initio components: GDE, EME, Conduct> It, BRE, Metadata Hub, and Continuous Flows.
• Strong experience with relational databases (Postgres, MS SQL Server, DB2).
• Experience with real-time APIs (exposing a graph as an API, Continuous Flows).
• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts, ETL design patterns, and data modelling.
• Experience with Unix / Linux shell scripting and job scheduling tools (e.g., Autosys, Control-M).
• Familiarity with big data platforms (Hadoop, Spark) is a plus.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Additional Information

Preference will be given to candidates from underrepresented groups. Please contact the Nedbank Recruiting Team. This is a Full-time position in the Information Technology industry within Financial Services and Banking. Referrals can increase your chances of interviewing at Nedbank. Get notified about new ETL Developer jobs in Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa.