What you will do

We are executing a phased modernization program to migrate a legacy enterprise system built on Universe (UniVerse/UniData) database technology to a modern Java-based platform with a relational SQL backend for a big US insurance company.

This role focuses on Java-driven migration tooling and data validation, combined with deep expertise in Universe DB. The developer will build Java-based solutions to extract, transform, validate, and reconcile data and data-driven logic from Universe DB, supporting the core Java application team by ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and functional parity throughout the migration.

Requirements

MUST

Java:

• Strong experience with Java for backend development, batch processing, or tooling
• Experience with Java frameworks (Spring / Spring Boot preferred)
• Familiarity with data processing, concurrency, and error handling
• Ability to build reliable, reusable migration and validation components

Universe DB:

• Hands-on experience with Universe DB (UniVerse or UniData)

• Strong understanding of:

  Multi-value data models

  DICT files and metadata

  Data extraction and access patterns

• Experience supporting Universe-based systems or migrations

Databases & SQL:

• Solid SQL skills (PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, or similar)
• Experience mapping multi-value data to relational schemas
• Understanding of data integrity, transactions, and performance considerations

NICE TO HAVE

• Experience in Universe DB to SQL migration projects
• Familiarity with ETL concepts and data validation frameworks
• Basic understanding of Java backend data access patterns
• Experience working in phased or parallel-run migrations
• Exposure to enterprise or regulated environments