Senior Data Engineer and IBMi Developer

Job Description As a Senior Software and Data Engineer IBMi at GfK Entertainment, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing existing ETL processes with a focus on high performance. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust data pipelines that facilitate the extraction, transformation, and loading of data into our data platform. Collaboration with various engineering teams and providing guidance on technology choices will be key aspects of your role. Additionally, you will be involved in intra-team and cross-team collaborations, manage mid to large-sized projects, and mentor Data Engineers. By utilizing your skills in RPGLE software development, SQL, JavaScript, and data modeling, you will contribute to the success of our Entertainment Platform. Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines to support ETL processes - Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure a resilient data platform with high availability and performance - Guide the team on technology, library, and tooling choices - Apply software engineering principles to solve business problems effectively - Engage in cross-team collaborations with various departments - Manage mid to large-sized projects and mentor Data Engineers Qualifications: Experience - 7+ years of experience as a Data Engineer with expertise in ETL processes and data warehousing - 7+ years of backend services development on IBMi platforms - 7+ years of RPGLE software development with RDI - Experience in cross-team collaboration in large organizations and Agile Methodology Skills: Essential - Proficiency in Free RPGLE with embedded SQL and CL programming - Advanced SQL skills including stored procedures and procedural SQL for IBMi DB2 - Knowledge of JavaScript, VS Code, and Data Modeling - Strong communication and team collaboration skills Highly Useful - Understanding of FTP automation on IBMi and IFS/NFS - Experience in Query Tuning/Optimization, Git, Jira, Confluence, and Data Warehousing best practices Nice to Have - Familiarity with Node.js, Requirements Engineering, Messaging Services, Oracle SQL & PL/SQL, and Profound UI In addition to the exciting role, GfK Entertainment offers a flexible and rewarding work environment with wellness plans for you and your family, financial wellness tools, and career development opportunities. Join us in our mission to design, build, and scale data solutions on our Entertainment Platform to drive innovation and excellence in consumer intelligence. Please note that NIQ is the worlds leading consumer intelligence company and GfK Entertainment is now part of NIQ, offering unparalleled global reach and comprehensive consumer insights. For more information, visit NIQ.com. As a Senior Software and Data Engineer IBMi at GfK Entertainment, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing existing ETL processes with a focus on high performance. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust data pipelines that facilitate the extraction, transformation, and loading of data into our data platform. Collaboration with various engineering teams and providing guidance on technology choices will be key aspects of your role. Additionally, you will be involved in intra-team and cross-team collaborations, manage mid to large-sized projects, and mentor Data Engineers. By utilizing your skills in RPGLE software development, SQL, JavaScript, and data modeling, you will contribute to the success of our Entertainment Platform. Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines to support ETL processes - Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure a resilient data platform with high availability and performance - Guide the team on technology, library, and tooling choices - Apply software engineering principles to solve business problems effectively - Engage in cross-team collaborations with various departments - Manage mid to large-sized projects and mentor Data Engineers Qualifications: Experience - 7+ years of experience as a Data Engineer with expertise in ETL processes and data warehousing - 7+ years of backend services development on IBMi platforms - 7+ years of RPGLE software development with RDI - Experience in cross-team collaboration in large organizations and Agile Methodology Skills: Essential - Proficiency in Free RPGLE with embedded SQL and CL programming - Advanced SQL skills including stored procedures and procedural SQL for IBMi DB2 - Knowledge of JavaScript, VS Code, and Data Modeling - Strong communication and team collaboration skills Highly Useful - Understanding of FTP automation on IBMi and IFS/NFS - Experience in Query Tuning/Optimization, Git, Jira, Confluence, and Data Warehousing best practices Nice to Have - Familiarity with Node.js, Requirements Engineering, Messaging Services, Oracle SQL & PL/SQL, and Profound UI In addition to the exciting role, GfK Entertainment offers a flexible