What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Integration Developer position at Whataburger?
Welcome to Whataburger Careers!
Our Flavor — Why Whataburger
Whataburger isn’t just a fast-food burger chain it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up. Whether you're leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance to Make a Difference.
Since 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity, Serve with Heart, and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and Winning as One — because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients. If you're ready — to learn, grow, impact, and Move Forward Boldly — we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection.
Your Recipe For Impact — What You’ll Do
As a Data Integration Developer, you’ll play a critical role in connecting systems and data that power Whataburger’s operations and digital experiences. Your work helps Make a Difference by delivering reliable, scalable integrations that enable smarter decisions and smoother operations. You’ll Serve with Heart by building high‑quality, well‑documented solutions that teams can trust. By partnering with cross‑functional stakeholders and fellow technologists, you’ll Win as One, and by continuously improving architectures, performance, and tools, you’ll Move Forward Boldly as we evolve toward a more modern, service‑oriented ecosystem.
Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities
As a Data Integration Developer, you will:
As a Data Integration Developer, You Will Receive
As a Data Integration Developer, you must have:
As a Data Integration Developer, we prefer you to have:
This role is based at the San Antonio Home Office, working on‑site Monday through Thursday with remote flexibility on Fridays. In this role, you’ll have strong collaboration with leadership, across cross-functional teams, and with external partners to align capabilities with restaurant realities. The work environment is fast‑paced and requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration skills. Full‑time availability is required, with occasional extended hours based on business needs, along with occasional travel to properties, project sites, and external meetings. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the San Antonio Home Office.
Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law. Whataburger participates in the federal E-Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Our Flavor — Why Whataburger
Whataburger isn’t just a fast-food burger chain it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up. Whether you're leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance to Make a Difference.
Since 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity, Serve with Heart, and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and Winning as One — because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients. If you're ready — to learn, grow, impact, and Move Forward Boldly — we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection.
Your Recipe For Impact — What You’ll Do
As a Data Integration Developer, you’ll play a critical role in connecting systems and data that power Whataburger’s operations and digital experiences. Your work helps Make a Difference by delivering reliable, scalable integrations that enable smarter decisions and smoother operations. You’ll Serve with Heart by building high‑quality, well‑documented solutions that teams can trust. By partnering with cross‑functional stakeholders and fellow technologists, you’ll Win as One, and by continuously improving architectures, performance, and tools, you’ll Move Forward Boldly as we evolve toward a more modern, service‑oriented ecosystem.
Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities
As a Data Integration Developer, you will:
- Design, develop, and enhance middleware and ETL solutions
- Build and optimize integrations supporting a Service‑Oriented Architecture
- Perform technical analysis, solution design, and performance tuning
- Develop, test, and deploy application and data integration solutions
- Write and execute test scripts for system and integration testing
- Participate in code reviews to ensure quality and standards compliance
- Maintain clear, accurate technical and system documentation
- Resolve production issues and support ongoing application stability
- Collaborate with business and technical partners to translate requirements
As a Data Integration Developer, You Will Receive
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results
- 5 weeks PTO
- Flex Weeks
- Paid Corporate Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave*
- 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%
- Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits*
- Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits*
- Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
- Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
- Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
- Wireless Service Discounts
- Computer & Software Discounts
- Fitness / Gym Discounts
- Awards and recognition for all you do
- Retirement Celebration Program
As a Data Integration Developer, you must have:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience
- 2 years of experience in data integration or application development
- Strong skills in SQL and database development
- Experience designing and developing ETL or middleware solutions
- Knowledge of integration architectures and technical design principles
- Strong problem‑solving and requirements‑analysis skills
- Attention to detail and commitment to code quality
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to partners
As a Data Integration Developer, we prefer you to have:
- Experience with IBM DataStage, ESB, or similar integration platforms
- Exposure to Microsoft and IBM technology environments
- Familiarity with data warehousing concepts
- Scripting or automation experience
- Informatica IICS or other integration‑tool certification
This role is based at the San Antonio Home Office, working on‑site Monday through Thursday with remote flexibility on Fridays. In this role, you’ll have strong collaboration with leadership, across cross-functional teams, and with external partners to align capabilities with restaurant realities. The work environment is fast‑paced and requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration skills. Full‑time availability is required, with occasional extended hours based on business needs, along with occasional travel to properties, project sites, and external meetings. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the San Antonio Home Office.
Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law. Whataburger participates in the federal E-Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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