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# PowerBuilder Developer/Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Caci Inc
- **Location:** Norfolk, VA, United States
- **Salary:** $82,100.0 - $172,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), SAP Sybase Adaptive Server Enterprise, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Apache Tomcat, Systems Engineering, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Data Integration, Relational Databases, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Microsoft SQL Server, Object-Oriented Software Development, Oracle (Applications), PowerBuilder, Scrum Methodology, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Oop Languages, Requirements Management, Requirements Traceability, Reverse Engineering, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering, SQL Stored Procedures, Subversion, Web Services, Web Technologies, Restful APIs, Jenkins
- **Published:** July 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9016756/powerbuilder-developersystems-engineer

## About the Role

Required:

Clearance: Active SECRET | U.S. Citizen | DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 cert

Education/Experience: Bachelor's in CS, CE, EE, Math (CS concentration), or related field | 5+ years software design/development | 1+ year DoD Business IT supply/logistics/maintenance systems

Technical: Extensive PowerBuilder (2017 R3+; 21/2022 preferred) | PFC and OOP proficiency | Sybase ASE v15+ and relational databases | Stored procedures, views, optimization | Linux OS 6+ (RHEL 8 preferred) | SVN, JIRA, Crucible, Jenkins | Complex problem-solving across OS/networks | Code reverse-engineering and requirements validation | Technical documentation and communication

Systems Engineering: Analyze/document system requirements | Create SRS/SDD specifications | SoSE methodology understanding | SME collaboration for requirements validation

Desired:

Certs: PSEM/CSDP, Microsoft (MCAD/MCDBA), Cloud (AWS/Azure), Red Hat (RHCA/RHCP)

Technical: PowerBuilder 2022 migration, requirements management tools, legacy modernization, advanced Oracle/SQL Server, web technologies (Java, HTML, JavaScript), Apache-Tomcat, Perl, SOAP/RESTful, AI-assisted tools, SAFe/Agile/Scrum, Cloud (AWS/Azure), CI/CD

Domain: Navy systems (NTCSS, RSupply, NALCOMIS, OOMA), DoD supply chain/maintenance, aviation/maritime operations, Federal Supply Classification

Systems Engineering: Comprehensive SRS/SDD creation, legacy-to-modern bridging, requirements traceability/validation, technical documentation standards

Soft Skills: Team collaboration, self-motivated problem-solver, mentorship, technical writing, Agile experience, stakeholder management

## Description

Join the NTCSS team modernizing critical Navy logistics systems supporting global aviation, afloat, and shore activities.

Leverage AI tools (NIPRGPT, GenAI.mil) to reverse-engineer legacy PowerBuilder applications, create SRS/SDD documentation, and bridge legacy code with modern requirements for the RSupply Web Modernization initiative.

Role Split: 70% Systems Engineering/Requirements Validation | 30% PowerBuilder Development

Work in SAFe methodology supporting Navy supply chain, logistics, and personnel administration.

Responsibilities:
Systems Engineering & Requirements Validation:
Reverse-engineer PowerBuilder applications using AI tools; validate requirements against system behavior
Create/maintain 20+ SRS and SDD documents using AI-assisted and traditional analysis
Develop cross-reference documentation mapping code to functional requirements
Conduct SME validation sessions and support RSupply Web modernization
Validate functionality across multiple server environments
PowerBuilder Development & Maintenance:
Develop/enhance PowerBuilder applications (2017 R3+; 2022 experience preferred)
Apply PFC and OOP principles; troubleshoot complex issues
Perform code reviews using Crucible/JIRA; support PowerBuilder 2022 migration
Database & Integration:
Design solutions using Sybase ASE v15+, Oracle, SQL Server
Create stored procedures, optimize queries, support web services integration
Agile Development:
Participate in SAFe ceremonies; utilize SVN, JIRA, Jenkins, Crucible
Provide technical mentorship; collaborate across distributed hybrid teams


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