Database Engineer, Natural/Adabas

MetroStar

Database Engineer managing Software AG Adabas and Natural databases at MetroStar. Ensuring security, resolving issues, and guiding upgrades to meet compliance needs.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeDistrict of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,000 - $119,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in administering and developing with ADABAS and Natural databases, including complex debugging, performance tuning, and technical documentation. Proficient in maintaining security, access controls, and enabling analytics to support business and compliance needs.

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ADABAS Database AdministrationNatural Application DevelopmentComplex Debugging and Root-Cause AnalysisPerformance TuningTechnical Documentation

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Hard Skills

ADABASNaturalJCLSCLBatch ProcessingData AnalysisRoot-Cause AnalysisPerformance TuningTechnical DocumentationAccess Controls

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s Degree in Information Systems

Industry Keywords

Enterprise EnvironmentsDatabase ProcessesAnalyticsCompliance NeedsEmerging Technologies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer Software AG Adabas and Natural databases
Maintain security and access controls
Enable analytics, troubleshoot and resolve bugs and issues
Guide environment refreshes and upgrades to meet business and compliance needs
Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continuously improve database processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of hands-on development experience with Natural and ADABAS in enterprise environments
A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related IT discipline or equivalent professional experience.
Proven experience developing and supporting Natural applications (online and batch)
Extensive experience performing:
Complex debugging and root-cause analysis
Production issue resolution and performance tuning
Ad-hoc data analysis and reconciliation
Demonstrated ability to write and maintain clear technical documentation, including program specifications and operational runbooks
Strong working knowledge of:
ADABAS database structures, files, and access paths
Natural subprograms, maps, and batch processing
Job scheduling and execution via JCL and/or SCL

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Parental Leave and dependent care
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance and wellness programs