Senior DataStage ETL/Data Engineer

Job Title: Senior DataStage ETL/Data Engineer

Location: Addison, TX / Charlotte, NC / Newark, DE (Hybrid, minimum 3 days onsite)

Duration: Contract - 17 months

Approved locations:

TX, Addison-$96.92 (Pay Rate: 68.25)

NC, Charlotte-$92.39 (Pay Rate: 65.06)

DE, Newark $92.39 (Pay Rate: 65.06)

Job ID: 407307

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior DataStage ETL/Data Engineer to join our dynamic team within I&DS Operational Datastores and Real-time Data Replication. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in IBM InfoSphere DataStage, IBM CloudPak for Data (CP4D) v4.5, Oracle, DB2, and advanced SQL/PLSQL and a proven ability to design, migrate, optimize, and support enterprise-scale data integration and transformation workloads with a focus on scalability, resiliency, performance, and data integrity. This role supports the 2026 Never Down Program and EOL technology migrations involving IBM CloudPak for Data.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and modernize data integration and transformation solutions using IBM DataStage and CP4D v4.5.


• Migrate and optimize critical data processing workloads across Oracle and DB2 platforms.


• Implement and support large-scale batch processing with robust performance, scalability, and resiliency.


• Perform advanced SQL/PLSQL development, data modeling, validation, and performance tuning.


• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and ensure alignment with data governance and audit standards.


• Support real-time integration and CDC patterns for mission-critical data platforms.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 12+ years in Data Engineering, ETL Development, or Data Integration.


• Strong expertise in IBM InfoSphere DataStage development.


• Hands-on experience with IBM CloudPak for Data (CP4D) v4.5.


• Advanced SQL and PL/SQL programming skills.


• Strong experience with Oracle and DB2 database platforms.


• Background in data transformation, data engineering, and data modeling.


• Experience designing and supporting large-scale batch processing environments.


• Troubleshooting, performance tuning, and data validation skills.


• Experience working in Linux/Unix environments.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration abilities.


• Familiarity with Change Data Capture (CDC) technologies.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in Agile development environments.


• Experience with cloud platforms and CI/CD pipelines with DevOps practices.


• Familiarity with data replication, CDC, and real-time integration technologies.


• Experience supporting mission-critical financial or enterprise data platforms.


• Knowledge of data governance, SOX controls, and audit requirements.


• Exposure to CockroachDB or MemSQL, Python-based scripting, Oracle GoldenGate, and GitHub Copilot.

Additional Details:

• Start month: September. Interview process: 1-2 video rounds with Glider ID verification.


• Site codes and rates: TX8-044-02-18 Addison $96.93/hr; NC1-025-07-22 Charlotte $92.40/hr; DE5-021-03-03 Newark $92.40/hr.


• Maximum submissions per vendor: 3.


• Hours per day: 8. Labor type: Technical.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.


• Opportunities for growth with global clients.


• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.


• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Interested? Apply Now!

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume. On your resume, include your current location or relocation plan, availability or start date, and whether a cooling-off period is required.