Ab Initio Engineer

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking an experienced Ab Initio Engineer to design, develop, and support enterprise-scale data integration solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Ab Initio ETL development, data warehousing, and SQL, with experience working in complex data environments. Banking or Financial Services domain experience is highly preferred.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $100k - $105k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain ETL workflows using Ab Initio.
• Develop and optimize complex ETL processes for large-volume data loads.
• Perform data analysis, data mapping, profiling, transformation, and validation activities.
• Create and maintain source-to-target mapping documents and technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot performance issues and optimize ETL jobs for efficiency and scalability.
• Collaborate with business analysts, data architects, and application teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
• Support data warehouse and reporting initiatives across multiple business functions.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, deployment, and production support activities.
• Ensure adherence to data governance, security, and compliance standards.

Requirements:

• Strong experience with Ab Initio ETL Development.
• Advanced SQL skills with experience in Oracle, SQL Server, Teradata, Snowflake, or PostgreSQL.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts, ETL architecture, and data modeling.
• Experience in data migration, data quality, and reconciliation processes.
• Strong knowledge of Unix/Linux scripting.
• Experience with job scheduling and workflow orchestration tools.
• Familiarity with version control systems and SDLC methodologies.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.

Preferred, but not required:

• Banking, Financial Services, or Capital Markets experience.
• Experience with cloud data platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Snowflake.
• Knowledge of data governance and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Exposure to Python or automation scripting is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

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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