Overview
We are working with a leading organisation in the financial services space who are continuing to invest in and modernise a number of core business-critical systems built on PowerBuilder.
They are looking to bring in an experienced PowerBuilder Developer on a contract basis to support both ongoing development and enhancement of existing applications, alongside contributing to broader modernisation initiatives.
This role will suit someone comfortable operating in a large, enterprise environment, working across Legacy and evolving technology stacks.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop and maintain applications using PowerBuilder
* Work on enhancements, bug fixes, and performance improvements across existing systems
* Collaborate with Business Analysts and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
* Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in a timely manner
* Contribute to system optimisation, refactoring, and potential modernisation efforts
* Work closely with QA and support teams to ensure high-quality releases
* Produce and maintain clear technical documentation
(Aligned to typical PowerBuilder responsibilities such as application development, debugging, and collaboration across teams)
Required Experience
* Strong hands-on experience with PowerBuilder (ideally v2019+)
* Solid experience working in enterprise/Legacy application environments
* Strong SQL skills (SQL Server, Oracle or Sybase)
* Experience working with data-heavy, business-critical systems
* Proven ability to troubleshoot, debug and resolve complex issues
* Experience working in Agile or structured delivery environments
Desirable Experience
* Experience in insurance, financial services, or regulated environments (eg Laya, Bupa-type environments)
* Exposure to modernisation/migration projects (eg PowerBuilder .NET/cloud)
* Familiarity with PowerBuilder Foundation Classes (PFC)
* Experience with APIs, integration layers, or hybrid architectures
* CI/CD or modern DevOps exposure
Why This Role
* Opportunity to work on core systems that directly impact business operations
* Blend of BAU + modernisation work (not just maintenance)
* Long-term contract potential with a strong pipeline of work
* High visibility within a well-established technology team
Next Steps
This is an excellent role with a market leading company, paying strong daily rates. Should you be interested please get in touch to discuss further.
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