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Techridge, Inc.

Ab-Initio Developer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Ab Initio Administration : Able to perform various admin related activities : Access management, configure AbInitio EME, Web Application and bridge services etc * ETL Processes: Strong understanding ...

Sagarsoft

Sr AB Initio Developer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Ab Initio Administration : Able to perform various admin related activities : Access management, configure AbInitio EME, Web Application and bridge services etc * ETL Processes: Strong understanding ...

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CIS Technologies Inc.

Ab Initio Developer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Able to perform various admin-related activities: access management, configure Ab Initio EME, Web Application and bridge services, etc. * ETL Processes: Strong understanding of Extract, Transform ...

DXC Technology

Ab Initio Administrator (On-site)

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$76K - $142K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Administer, monitor, and sustain the Ab Initio platform and associated data integration infrastructure supporting PeopleSoft HCM and connected enterprise systems in a secure, on-premises environment.

DXC Technology

Ab Initio Administrator (On-site)

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$76K - $142K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Administer, monitor, and sustain the Ab Initio platform and associated data integration infrastructure supporting PeopleSoft HCM and connected enterprise systems in a secure, on-premises environment.

TecTammina

Ab Initio Lead Administrator

Hartford, CT · On-site

Company Description First IT Solutions Server and Client Connectivity/ ETL Ab Initio tool knowledge - GDE, OC/ Establishing connectivity between EME and GDE EME administration/ Creating projects ...

Palnar

Data Analytics

Reston, VA · On-site

... Data, Ab Initio Admin, Data Architecture, and Data Analyst teams to develop and implement the Ab Initio solution - Develop generic solutions using Ab Initio for new data integration requests ...

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How much do ab initio administrator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for ab initio administrator in the United States is $64,903.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,500.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Ab Initio Administrator?

An Ab Initio Administrator is responsible for managing, configuring, and maintaining the Ab Initio ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) environment. They handle user access, performance tuning, job scheduling, and troubleshooting to ensure the ETL processes run efficiently. Additionally, they support development teams by optimizing workflows, monitoring system performance, and ensuring data integrity in large-scale data processing environments.

What are the daily responsibilities of an Ab Initio Administrator?

As an Ab Initio Administrator, your daily tasks generally include managing the Ab Initio environment, monitoring ETL job performance, troubleshooting job and process failures, and ensuring data integrity across platforms. You will frequently coordinate with data engineers and developers to implement changes, perform upgrades, and optimize workflows. Regular maintenance of metadata repositories, job scheduling, system backups, and adhering to security protocols are also important aspects. These responsibilities are critical for maintaining reliable, efficient data operations within the organization.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an Ab Initio Administrator?

To thrive as an Ab Initio Administrator, you need expertise in Ab Initio ETL tools, data warehousing concepts, and a solid background in database management, usually supported by a degree in computer science or information technology. Familiarity with UNIX/Linux environments, shell scripting, and related tools such as Ab Initio Co>Operating System, GDE (Graphical Development Environment), and EME (Enterprise Metadata Environment) is typically required, along with relevant certifications being a plus. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are valuable soft skills in this role. These capabilities ensure smooth data operations, minimize downtime, and enable successful collaboration with cross-functional data and engineering teams.

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Infographic showing various Ab Initio Administrator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,903 per year, or $31.2 per hour.

Ab Initio Administrator with Security Clearance

RighIT Solutions LLC

Arlington, VA • On-site

Other

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Role: Ab Initio Administrator
Location: Crystal City, Arlington, VA – 5 Days Onsite
Duration: Long-Term Contract
Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance (DoD) Job Description
Our client is seeking an Ab Initio Administrator for the Defense Pay Program to manage, administer, maintain, and support the Ab Initio ETL platform and its associated environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for platform installation, configuration, upgrades, performance tuning, security, monitoring, troubleshooting, and ensuring high availability of the Ab Initio infrastructure. This role works closely with development, infrastructure, database, and DevOps teams to support enterprise data integration solutions in a secure DoD environment.
What You'll Get to Do
• Install, configure, administer, and maintain the Ab Initio platform across Development, Test, and Production environments.
• Perform platform upgrades, patches, migrations, and environment refreshes while minimizing downtime.
• Monitor system performance, optimize resource utilization, and troubleshoot platform-related issues.
• Configure and manage Ab Initio components including Co>Operating System, Enterprise Meta>Environment (EME), Conduct>It, and related services.
• Manage user access, security, permissions, and authentication in accordance with DoD security policies.
• Support deployment of Ab Initio applications and coordinate releases with development teams.
• Perform backup, recovery, disaster recovery planning, and high availability administration.
• Monitor logs, resolve production incidents, and provide root cause analysis for platform issues.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, database, Linux/Unix, and network teams to maintain platform stability.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and administration guides.
• Support DevOps and CI/CD initiatives for Ab Initio deployments where applicable.
• Participate in system health checks, capacity planning, and performance optimization.
• Provide technical support to developers and project stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle.
You'll Bring These Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or another related technical discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of IT experience with 3–5+ years of hands-on Ab Initio Administration experience.
• Experience installing, configuring, upgrading, and administering the Ab Initio ETL Platform.
• Strong experience with Enterprise Meta>Environment (EME), Co>Operating System, Conduct>It, and related Ab Initio components.
• Experience administering Linux/Unix environments supporting Ab Initio.
• Knowledge of shell scripting and automation.
• Experience monitoring application and platform performance and resolving production issues.
• Strong understanding of system administration, security, backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes.
• Experience supporting enterprise ETL environments and coordinating production releases.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work in Agile SAFe Scrum teams. Nice to Have
• Experience with Ab Initio GDE, Express>It, Metadata Hub, Conduct>It, and Enterprise Meta>Environment (EME).
• Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Linux administration, scripting (Shell/Python), and automation.
• Experience with enterprise scheduling tools such as Control-M or Autosys.
• Knowledge of Oracle, SQL Server, and enterprise databases.
• Experience supporting large-scale ETL production environments.
• Familiarity with DoDAF artifacts and DoD enterprise architecture.
• Experience supporting DoD Pay and Human Resources systems.
• Experience working in Agile Product Teams (APTs).
• SAFe Agilist Certification.

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