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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Ab Initio Developers - **Company:** J&C Associates - **Location:** Northampton, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Big Data, Cloudera Impala, Continuous Integration, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Security, Data Systems, Relational Databases, DevOps, Apache Hadoop, Hadoop Distributed File System, Apache HBase, Apache Hive, Python (Programming Language), Logical Data Models, Metadata Repositories, Oracle Databases, Mockito, Standard Sql, Cloudera, Scala (Programming Language), Service Layer, Software Engineering, Teradata SQL, Apache Zookeeper, Enterprise Data Management, Data Storage Technologies, Apache Yarn, Apache Spark, Ab Initio, Data Lakes, Deployment Automation, Data Management, Physical Data Models - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www1.jobdiva.co.uk/portal/?a=34jdnwd4ls8uthmwrzi4o3humpp74fc3d5cx3iu8mtcrkknzjqz9d2mvwwdvi9j7.co.ukpid=0/jobs/11232800#/jobs/11232800 ## About the Role * Passion for programming and software development * Extensive knowledge of Ab Initio ETL development in Big Data world specially in Hadoop eco system * Knowledge of Hadoop Ecosystem- Cloudera distribution is preferred. Knowledge of key Hadoop components mainly HDFS, Zookeeper, YARN, HBASE, Hive, Impala, Spark SQL * Knowledge of software development using Python, Scala, Spark and Java is critical to this role. * Usage of DevOps tools and knowledge of it is key to success in this role. * Working knowledge on Teradata and Oracle databases. * Experience in creating Narrative documents for Governance to prove existing Controls work. * Experience in data modelling with good SQL skills in at least 1 enterprise grade RDBMS * Experience in Test/Behaviour Driven Development (including test automation and mocking tools) * Strong project and stakeholder management skillset. * Has an eye for data quality issues and providing solution to resolve and remediate ## Description * Ab Initio ETL Designer, you will be able to develop complicated Ab Initio ETL processes to turn business requirements into Technology data solutions. * You will provide technically sound solutions for the ingestion, storage and presentation of enterprise data including ETL design, data storage strategies, data access and security in line with Business requirements/processes and create Analytical Ready Data. * You will drive the design of scalable solutions while considering recoverable and resiliency requirements. * You will employ agile techniques such as task estimation, test automation, deployment automation and continuous integration to enhance overall execution speed and product quality. * You will convert source to target mappings into ETL code. * You will collaborate with the data modellers and contribute to the physical data model design. * You will ensure to work in line with Global Data Management Standards and follow all Governance Controls as required for your work. * SOX/DQ - Performing gap analysis between existing SOX/DQ controls and the data governance/data reconciliation. * Lineage- Work with SOX Tech delivery team and ensure the lineage captured and Reconciliation between hops are documented. * Design and implement physical data and metadata repositories in Hive/Impala/HBase (as appropriate) corresponding to logical data models * Design and implement data service layer in Hadoop * Replicate data from current RDBMS based systems to the RFT Hadoop Data Lakes * Utilise Dev-Ops framework during the development activities ## Related Videos - [Test-Driven Development: It's easier than you think!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1598-test-driven-development-it-s-easier-than-you-think) - [Enjoying SQL data pipelines with dbt](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/823-enjoying-sql-data-pipelines-with-dbt) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) - [ChatGPT and Java: A Match Made in Heaven or Hell?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/536-chatgpt-and-java-a-match-made-in-heaven-or-hell) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)