Senior Ab‑Initio Developer – Data Integration, Metadata Management & Performance Optimization

Job Summary

Synechron seeks an experienced Senior Ab‑Initio Developer to lead the design, development, and support of large-scale, enterprise-level data integration solutions. This role involves applying deep hands-on expertise with Ab‑Initio tools to create high-performance ETL workflows within highly regulated environments such as banking or financial services. You will be responsible for delivering scalable, reliable, and compliant data pipelines that support business analytics, data governance, and operational efficiency. Your contributions are key to enabling data-driven decision-making and ensuring data quality at enterprise scale.

Software Requirements

Required:

• Extensive experience in Ab‑Initio (GDE, Co>Operating System, Metadata Hub/EME) with 7+ years of hands-on development

• Proficiency in Graphical Development Environment (GDE) for designing data workflows and graphs

• Strong understanding of Co>Operating System for job scheduling, monitoring, and execution management

• Experience with Metadata Hub (EME) for managing data lineage and metadata governance

• Deep knowledge of parallel processing, partitioning, and performance tuning of Ab‑Initio workflows

• Solid experience with SQL and data analysis for data validation and reconciliation

• Familiarity with data warehousing concepts, enterprise data models, and compliance requirements

• Sound understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and change management processes

Preferred:

• Experience with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure) supporting Ab‑Initio migration or integration projects

• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python or Shell scripting for automation

• Understanding of data security and privacy standards (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS) in a data environment

Overall Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL solutions using Ab‑Initio for large enterprise data environments

• Build, extend, and optimize batch and real-time data processing pipelines for performance and reliability

• Translate business requirements into efficient and scalable Ab‑Initio workflows and solutions

• Perform performance tuning, debugging, and optimization of workflows, graphs, and components

• Ensure data quality, reconciliation, and compliance with enterprise data governance policies

• Collaborate with business analysts, solution architects, QA teams, and data stakeholders to ensure effective data integration

• Conduct code reviews, document workflows, and enforce coding standards and best practices

• Provide ongoing production support, perform root cause analysis, and resolve data pipeline issues quickly and effectively

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for workflows, metadata, and system configurations

• Stay updated on industry best practices, new features in Ab‑Initio, and regulatory requirements affecting data management

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages (Essential):

• Ab‑Initio (GDE for workflow design, graph development)

• SQL (for data validation and management)

Preferred:

• Scripting languages such as Python or Shell for automation tasks

Data Management & ETL Frameworks:

• Ab‑Initio Graphical Development Environment (GDE)

• Metadata Hub (EME) for metadata management

• Data warehousing concepts, data validation, and reconciliation techniques

Databases & Storage:

• Oracle, SQL Server, or equivalent relational databases supporting enterprise workflows

• Knowledge of cloud-based data stores (preferred)

Tools & Infrastructure:

• Git or similar version control systems

• Automation and scheduling: Jenkins, control-M, or other enterprise job schedulers

• Monitoring & profiling tools: JFR, JMC, Prometheus (preferred)

Standards & Compliance:

• Data security protocols, GDPR, PCI DSS, and enterprise governance policies

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in ab‑initio data integration development in enterprise environments

• Proven mastery in designing, implementing, and supporting complex ETL workflows supporting regulatory compliance

• Strong experience with workflow performance tuning, metadata management, and data validation

• Practical experience working in banking, financial services, or other controlled environments preferred

• Familiarity with cloud data migration, high-volume processing, and scalable architecture a plus

Day-to-Day Activities

• Develop and enhance Ab‑Initio ETL workflows, graphs, and components based on business needs

• Analyze workflow performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement tuning strategies

• Collaborate with business, data, and IT teams to define requirements, data models, and solutions

• Conduct code reviews, enforce best practices, and ensure system scalability and maintainability

• Monitor workflows in production, resolve incidents, and optimize execution

• Document workflows, metadata, and technical procedures for operational and governance standards

• Support data migration, process automation, and platform upgrades as needed

• Stay informed of evolving industry standards, new Ab‑Initio features, and regulatory updates impacting data workflows

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field

• 7+ years of direct experience working with Ab‑Initio in enterprise environments, preferably in regulated industries

• Experience in designing, developing, and supporting large-scale data pipelines

• Professional certifications in data management, Ab‑Initio, or related areas are advantageous

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities for large data workflows

• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with technical and business stakeholders

• Leadership qualities to mentor junior team members and drive best practices

• Self-motivation and ownership of end-to-end solutions

• Attention to detail, compliance awareness, and data quality focus

• Adaptability to new technologies and evolving regulatory landscapes

• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on performance and scalability

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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