Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced PowerBuilder Developer to join our enterprise application development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining robust client-server and n-tier applications using Sybase PowerBuilder. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions while also supporting modernization and migration initiatives.

? Key Roles & Responsibilities

?️ Application Design & Development

- Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade applications using PowerBuilder (PB 10.x / 12.x / 2019 / 2022)
- Build complex DataWindows, windows, menus, tab controls, and user objects
- Develop reusable components and frameworks using PowerScript
- Implement n-tier, client-server, and MVC architecture patterns
- Translate business requirements into scalable, maintainable technical solutions
- Develop and maintain custom user events, functions, and class hierarchies

?️ Database Design & Integration

- Design, write, and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, and views
- Integrate PowerBuilder applications with Sybase ASE, MS SQL Server, Oracle, or DB2
- Manage ODBC/JDBC database connections and transaction management
- Ensure data integrity, normalization, and optimal database performance
- Integrate with REST/SOAP web services and third-party APIs

? Maintenance, Support & Quality

- Analyze, debug, and resolve application defects, performance bottlenecks, and production issues
- Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
- Provide Level 2/Level 3 production support and root cause analysis
- Write and maintain comprehensive unit test cases and support QA testing cycles
- Create and update technical documentation, design specs, and runbooks





? Migration & Modernization

- Lead or contribute to legacy PowerBuilder application migration projects
- Support upgrades from older PB versions to PowerBuilder 2019/2022 or Appeon platforms
- Collaborate with solution architects on re-engineering, refactoring, and modernization strategies
- Assist in migrating PowerBuilder apps to .NET, Java, or web-based platforms
- Evaluate and implement Appeon Web / Appeon Mobile solutions for PB modernization

? Collaboration & Agile Delivery

- Work closely with Business Analysts, Solution Architects, QA Engineers, and Project Managers
- Actively participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies — sprint planning, daily standups, reviews, and retrospectives
- Coordinate with infrastructure and DevOps teams for deployment and release management
- Mentor and guide junior developers on PowerBuilder best practices
- Contribute to effort estimation, technical planning, and solution design discussions

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- 10 + years of hands-on PowerBuilder application development experience
- Deep expertise in DataWindow objects, PowerScript, and event-driven programming
- Robust proficiency in SQL and relational database management
- Solid understanding of SDLC methodologies — Agile and Waterfall
- Proven experience in debugging, performance tuning, and production support
- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts within PowerBuilder

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Preferred

Qualifications

- Experience with PowerBuilder to .NET or Java migration projects
- Hands-on experience with Appeon/PowerServer for web and mobile deployment
- Knowledge of microservices architecture and API-first design
- Exposure to cloud-native development on AWS or Azure
- Prior experience in banking, finance, insurance, or ERP domains

📌 PowerBuilder Developer (Chennai)
🏢 Kumaran Systems
📍 Chennai