Senior Application Support Engineer (SQL/Perl)

Overview

On Site
Contract - W2

Skills

Application Support
Financial Services
AIM
Legacy Systems
High Availability
Scalability
Workflow
Root Cause Analysis
Application Development
Finance
Perl
Python
Scripting
Java
SQL
Performance Tuning
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Communication
Cloud Computing
DevOps
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Version Control
Job Scheduling
Agile
Migration
MEAN Stack
Customer Service
Training And Development
SAP BASIS

Job Details

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Senior Application Support Engineer (SQL/Perl) for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Financial Services clients in Stamford CT. Hybrid schedule 2-3x weekly onsite

We are seeking for a highly skilled and experienced professional to join technology team as senior application engineer/developer. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supporting and enhancing applications in a financial institution environment, with expertise in Perl, MSSQL, and Java. The role involves supporting existing platforms, while actively contributing to investment and strategic projects that aim to modernize and align technology with future-state architecture.

Responsibilities :
  • Actively participate in strategic transformation projects, contributing to the re-engineering and migration of legacy systems to target-state architecture.
  • Support and maintain existing applications built with Python, Perl, MSSQL, and Java. Ensuring high availability and performance for critical processes.
  • Implement enhancements and modernization initiatives that improve stability, scalability and alignment with business goals.
  • Work closely with cross-function teams to understand. Current workflows and define solutions for improved efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot complex application issues, perform root cause analysis and implement long-term fixes.

Required Skills :
  • 5+ years of experience in application development and/or support with financial institution
  • Proficient in Perl, Python scripting with practical knowledge of Java for backend services or tooling.
  • Strong experience working with MSSQL including advanced SQL and performance tuning.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and business stakeholders.
  • Exposure to cloud platforms and devops practices (CI/CD, version control, automation)
  • Familiarity with job scheduling and monitoring tools.
  • Agile delivery experience in large-scale transformation or migration programs.
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SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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