DataStage Engineer

Your new company
A leading organisation within the defence sector is seeking a Maximo Data Modeller / DataStage Engineer to join a major programme delivering critical data migration and transformation solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a large-scale project, collaborating with technical specialists and stakeholders in a highly secure environment.

Your new role
As a Maximo Data Modeller / DataStage Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining data integration solutions using IBM DataStage. You will support complex data migration activities, ensuring data is transformed and successfully loaded into the IBM MAS target model.
Key responsibilities include:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining IBM DataStage pipelines.
• Migrating and transforming data into the IBM MAS target model.
• Applying recognised data migration methodologies including MOSAIC, IBM 10-Step Data Migration Methodology, or equivalent frameworks.
• Working closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver effective data solutions.
• Developing data transformation solutions using XML and XSLT.
• Testing developed solutions and executing DataStage jobs.
• Using Jira to manage tasks, issues, and project activities.
• Troubleshooting data migration and transformation challenges while driving continuous improvement.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience with IBM DataStage Designer.
• Strong background in developing and maintaining DataStage pipelines.
• Experience with data integration, transformation, and migration projects.
• Knowledge of MOSAIC, IBM 10-Step Data Migration Methodology, or similar migration frameworks.
• Strong XML and XSLT skills.
• Experience using Jira for project delivery and issue tracking.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Must be a UK National with a minimum of five years' continuous UK residency

What you'll get in return

• Opportunity to work on a major defence transformation programme.
• Long-term 12-month contract engagement.
• Hybrid working arrangement with on-site collaboration in Bristol.
• Exposure to large-scale IBM Maximo and DataStage environments.
• Collaborative project environment with experienced technical teams.
• Opportunity to contribute to business-critical data migration and transformation initiatives

What you need to do now
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