Intermediate Ab Initio Developer

Nedbank Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Join to apply for the Intermediate Ab Initio Developer role at Nedbank Requisition Details & Talent Acquisition Contact Requisition nr: Talent Acquisition Specialist: Tshego Semenya Location: 135 Rivonia Road, Sandown Closing date: 18 August 2025 Cluster: Nedbank Retail Business Banking Career Stream: It Application Development Leadership Pipeline: Manage Self: Technical Position: Junior/ Intermediate Ab Initio Developer Why join the team Are you ready to take your data integration skills to the next level? At Nedbank, we’re not just hiring—we’re investing in future data leaders. This is more than a job; it’s a launchpad for your career in enterprise data engineering. As a Intermediate Ab Initio Developer , you’ll work alongside experienced professionals on mission‑critical projects that shape the future of our data landscape. You’ll gain hands‑on experience with the full Ab Initio stack, from GDE to Metadata Hub, while also expanding your knowledge in Linux administration, SQL, and data warehousing. What sets this role apart? Mentorship & Growth: Learn directly from senior developers and be supported in your journey toward becoming a technical expert. Real Impact: Contribute to enterprise‑level data solutions that drive business decisions. Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values open communication, continuous learning, and shared success. Future‑Focused: Be part of a team where your role can evolve—whether that’s into leadership or advanced technical specialization. Job Purpose We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Junior Ab Initio Developer with 3 to 5 years of experience in Data Integration. The candidate will be part of a collaborative data engineering team responsible for designing and maintaining data integration solutions using Ab Initio. This role offers a strong opportunity for growth through hands‑on experience in enterprise‑level data projects and mentorship from senior developers. Job Responsibilities Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of Graphs using Ab Initio GDE, Conduct>It, and related components. Support data extraction, transformation, and loading operations across various source systems and databases. Maintain and troubleshoot Ab Initio Full stack product (Metadata hub, Authorization Gateway, Control Center, Query>IT, Express>It). Work with data analysts and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into technical specifications. Conduct unit testing and support QA testing efforts to ensure data accuracy and integrity. Maintain and troubleshoot Ab Initio jobs in development and production environments. Participate in regular code reviews and follow best practices in code versioning and documentation. Monitor and enhance ETL job performance and help resolve issues within defined SLAs. Minimum Experience Level 3–5 years of experience with Ab Initio ETL development. Basic to intermediate knowledge of Ab Initio components: GDE, EME, and Conduct>It, Metadata hub. Proficient in SQL and working with relational databases like Postgres, SQL Server, or DB2. Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and data integration best practices. Exposure to Unix/Linux environments and shell scripting. Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail. Good communication and documentation skills. Ability to organize and prioritize the assigned tasks. Essential Qualifications - NQF Level Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees.Diploma. Qualification Detail Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field. Preferred Qualifications Exposure to Ab>initio data quality tools or job scheduling tools (e.g., Autosys, Control‑M). Experience in Agile/Scrum development environments. Familiarity with big data tools (Hadoop/Spark) or cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) is a plus. Interest in learning advanced Ab Initio components and evolving into a senior developer role. Essential Certifications Certificate relevant multiple technologies where available. Technical / Professional Knowledge Role relevant related technologies. Single IT product knowledge. Systems Analysis and design. IT Architecture. Modelling (ARIS /UML). IT Data structures. Joint application development. Information Technology concepts. Relevant design tools. Multiple IT products. Behavioural Competencies Continuous Learning. Collaborating. Customer Focus. Initiating Action. Work Standards. Managing Work. Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills. Disclaimer Preference will be given to candidates from the underrepresented groups. Please contact the Nedbank Recruiting Team at . Seniority level Associate Employment type Full‑time Job function Business Development and Sales Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Nedbank by 2x. #J-18808-Ljbffr