Data Engineer

Sunshine Irrigation & Light Inc.; Coventry; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm in Coventry is seeking a Data Engineer to manage and optimize IBM iSeries systems while supporting digital IT initiatives. The role requires expertise in system management, programming, and project coordination. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in IBM iSeries administration and experience in data management. The position offers a salary range of £55,000 to £65,000, along with career progression opportunities and a bonus structure.

Benefits

Bonus up to 12.5%

Industry-leading pension

1 day working from home

Excellent career progression

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of IBM iSeries systems and administration.
• Experience with system analysis and IT project management.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support IBM iSeries systems for optimal performance.
• Manage data refreshes to ensure data accuracy across systems.
• Write and enhance CL and RPG programs to automate processes.
• Develop documentation for system configurations and best practices.

Skills

IBMi Systems Management and Administration

IBMi Backup and Recovery

IBM MQ Series

Query / SQL / Database Management

CL and RPG programming

Experience with JD Edwards

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Role Overview

Melbreck Technical are working with a leading designer and manufacturer of engineered solutions with offices worldwide and a global turnover exceeding $15 billion. Due to continued IT infrastructure expansion, correlated with increased turnover, they are looking to strengthen their Systems Administration Team.

The Specialist iSeries System Administrator plays a dual role in managing IBM iSeries systems and driving digital IT initiatives across the business. This position involves administering and supporting IBM iSeries environments, performing system analysis, and leading or co‑leading IT projects to deliver technology solutions that meet business needs. Collaborating closely with corporate and division subject‑matter experts and third‑party vendors, the role ensures projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support IBM iSeries (IBMi) systems to ensure optimal performance, availability, and reliability, including out‑of‑hours support.
• Manage and execute regular data refreshes to ensure data accuracy and currency across systems and environments.
• Write, maintain, and enhance CL and RPG programmes to automate processes and improve application functionality.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, procedures, and best practices to facilitate knowledge sharing and ensure compliance.

Candidate Requirements

• IBMi Systems Management and Administration
• IBMi Backup and Recovery
• IBM MQ Series
• Query / SQL / Database Management
• CL and RPG programming
• Experience with JD Edwards is beneficial

Whats On Offer

• Salary: £55‑65 K
• Bonus up to 12.5 %
• Industry‑leading pension
• 1 day working from home
• Excellent career progression

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Data Infrastructure and Analytics

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