Lead Software Engineer - Datastage - (26000KGO)

We are looking for an experienced Datastage developer with strong expertise in Datastage, SQL and Unix.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently design, develop, and test DataStage components, ensuring alignment with acceptance criteria and software craftsmanship principles.
  
• Deliver across all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) in line with Agile practices.
  
• Manage production deployments and provide post‑production support.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement data pipelines.
  
• Ensure timely and effective communication with counterparts, stakeholders, and partners.
  
• Identify and address recurring production issues and propose improvement actions.
  
• Manage and support production batch loads.
  
• Perform release validations, ensuring defect‑free deployments.
  
• Prepare and maintain metrics, test results, and defect reports.
  

Experience: 5–7 years in Datastage development & support, preferably within the Banking domain.

Technical Skills & Expertise

• 5–7 years of experience in Datastage development & support.
  
• Strong hands‑on experience with Snowflake SQL, including complex queries and performance tuning.
  
• Good understanding of ETL/Data Warehouse concepts, including data validations and reconciliation.
  
• Strong knowledge of Unix commands and shell scripting.
  
• Experience with Control-M for scheduling DataStage and Unix jobs.
  
• Proficient in SQL, with strong analytical skills to identify data anomalies and provide resolutions.
  
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and active participation in Agile ceremonies.
  
• Ability to work as an individual contributor, taking ownership of deliverables end-to-end.
  
• Good communication skills to collaborate with Business Analysts (BAs) on technical issues and acceptance criteria for business changes in pre-prod and prod environments.
  
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to address business and production requirements.
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work with multiple stakeholders.
  

• Good to have: Knowledge of cloud data platforms.
  
  
  
  Why SA Technologies Inc.?
  
  Empowering Work Environment: A Great Place to Work, especially celebrated as one of the Best Places for Women.
  Excellence and Quality: A CMMI Level 5 Company, ensuring operational and service excellence.
  Globally Acclaimed: A Microsoft Gold Partner and Google Partner, with over 20 years of global IT consulting and Development solutions delivery.