10-06-2026
Ghent area
We are looking for a Progress developer
Duration 01/07/2026 - 31/12/2026 - 6 months • (full time)
Location 9000 Gent Hybrid
Description
We are looking for an experienced Progress developer.
As a Progress OpenEdge Developer, you will play a key role in maintaining, modernizing and extending our business-critical applications.
You work in a hybrid environment combining classic ABL development with modern API-driven architectures (PASOE).
You will work alongside analysts, project managers and end users in a team with other progress experts.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain applications in ABL (Advanced Business Language)
Design and optimize database access (OpenEdge DB)
Build and expose APIs via openedge studio
Analyze and improve performance (queries, locking, transactions)
Integration with internal and external systems
Must-have skills
Strong experience with Progress OpenEdge / ABL
Solid understanding of:
Temp-tables, datasets, buffers
Transactions and locking (NO-LOCK, SHARE-LOCK, EXCLUSIVE-LOCK)
Experience with OpenEdge database design and performance tuning
Knowledge of APIs
Experience with PASOE (Progress Application Server)
Nice-to-have
.net
Modern IDEs (Progress Developer Studio / PDSOE)
APIDOG
Soft Skills
Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills
Structured, detail-oriented, and quality-driven
Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across IT teams
Please respond only if you meet the above requirements.
Applicants must reside in Belgium
Offer
Freelance or permanent employment (both options are possible)
