PowerBuilder Developer – Hybrid Role

Filled
February 25, 2026

Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced PowerBuilder Developer to join our development team in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in maintaining and modernizing legacy applications while also contributing to new development initiatives. This role requires deep technical knowledge, problem-solving ability, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The position is well suited for professionals who have experience working with enterprise systems, databases, and modern development practices.

Technical Skills & Qualifications

PowerBuilder Development

  • 5–10 years of hands-on experience developing and maintaining applications using PowerBuilder (versions 9.x through 2019 R3 or later).
  • Strong understanding of legacy application architecture and modernization strategies.
  • Ability to troubleshoot, enhance, and optimize existing systems.

Programming Languages

  • Strong proficiency in C++ and C#.
  • Experience migrating legacy systems to modern platforms and frameworks.
  • Ability to write clean, scalable, and maintainable code.

Database Expertise

  • Extensive experience working with relational databases such as:
    • Oracle
    • SQL Server
    • Sybase
  • Strong SQL development skills.
  • Experience with stored procedures, query optimization, and performance tuning.

Application Development

  • Solid understanding of client-server application architecture.
  • Experience implementing backend business logic.
  • Familiarity with object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.

Integration & APIs

  • Experience developing and consuming REST and SOAP web services.
  • Integration with third-party systems and APIs.
  • Understanding of secure and efficient data exchange between systems.

Development Methodologies

  • Familiarity with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
  • Experience working in Agile development environments.
  • Ability to collaborate with developers, testers, and business stakeholders.

Tools & Version Control

  • Experience with version control systems such as:
    • Git
    • TFS
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment practices is a plus.

Additional Skills

  • Strong analytical and debugging abilities.
  • Ability to diagnose and resolve complex system issues.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Capability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience supporting mission-critical enterprise applications.
  • Background working in public sector or transportation systems is highly desirable.
  • Experience with modernization projects and large-scale application upgrades.

Work Environment

Collaborative and supportive technical team environment.

Hybrid work model combining remote work and office collaboration.

Opportunity to work on complex enterprise systems.