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DataStage Developer

Cognizant

As a DataStage Developer you will create an impact by handling enterprise-level data management and transfer solutions using IBM’s DataStage ETL interface. You will be a valued member of our AIA Practice.

Cognizant’s AIA Practice


Digital technologies, including analytics and AI, give companies a once-in-a-generation opportunity to perform orders of magnitude better than ever before. However, clients need new business models built from analyzing customers and business operations at every angle to really understand them. With the power to apply artificial intelligence and data science to business decisions via enterprise data management solutions, we help leading companies prototype, refine, validate, and scale the most desirable products and delivery models to enterprise scale within weeks

In this role, you will


  • Develop and maintain complex database systems using PL/SQL and MS SQL Server.
  • Be responsible for the integration of IBM Infosphere DataStage with MDM systems.
  • Guide in Unix Shell Scripting to automate and streamline processes.
  • Apply DataStage Scheduler to manage and schedule ETL processes efficiently.
  • Collaborate with multi-functional teams to ensure seamless data integration and flow.
  • Fix and resolve issues related to database performance and data integrity.

What you’ll need to succeed (required skills)

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in IT, Computer Science or related technical field.
  • 7+ years of prior experience as a Developer or Technical Systems Analyst.
  • 3+ years of work experience on Information Technology projects supporting an enterprise-wide environment.
  • Deep technical experience working with IBM Data Stage, SQL and Shell scripting.
  • Strong analytical skills, including the ability to transform business logic described in business requirements into solutions that include integration between DataStage servers and databases

What will help you stand out (preferred skills)


  • Previous experience in Finance or FinTech
  • Working knowledge of Confluence and/or Jira would be an asset.
  • Experience with SCM tools such as GitHub, Subversion, CA Harvest would be an asset.
  • Understanding of the Capital Markets trading and reference data and relationships.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

At Cognizant, we’re eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways. We encourage you to apply if you have most of the skills above and feel like you are strongly suited for this role. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you a unique applicant and help us see how you’d be beneficial to this role.



Working Arrangements

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in our client’s office in Toronto, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs



The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

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