IBMi Application Developer

Giant Tiger Stores Limited; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 76,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Bonus opportunity

Retirement plan

Health benefits

Paid time off

Career growth

Parental leave top-up

Recognition program

Safety first

Job summary

Giant Tiger Inc. in Ottawa is seeking an IBMi Application Developer to advance our IBM i applications. This hybrid role supports stores nationwide, delivering reliable, scalable software in a retail environment.

You will develop, test, and deploy using RPG ILE and SQL, participate in SDLC, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance and stability in business‑critical systems.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of application development, preferably IBM i/AS/400 environments.
• Advanced proficiency in RPG ILE and SQL with ability to deepen expertise.
• Strong SQL and relational database skills for performance improvements.
• Proven troubleshooting of production issues in business-critical apps.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with technical and business audiences.
• Experience with Agile, SDLC or similar methodologies.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver SDLC artifacts within agreed timelines.
• Provide regular updates and adhere to project management requests.
• Provide second line IBMi application support during business hours.
• Provide after-hours third line support on a rotational basis.

Skills

IBM i / AS/400

RPG ILE

SQL proficiency

Performance tuning

Troubleshooting

Agile / SDLC

Effective communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

CS/IT degree

Tools

Git/GitHub

VS Code

Jira/Asana

DB2 for i

Job description

Who We Are

At Giant Tiger, our mission is simple: help Canadians save more every day. We’re a Canadian institution rooted in our communities and built on 60+ years of success. As part of our store support team, your work directly impacts stores across the country and drives the value that our customers see on the shelves. We’re looking for people who are passionate about retail and motivated by meaningful work that makes a real impact. This posting represents a current opportunity at Giant Tiger.

Job Title: IBMi Application Developer

About This Role

Workplace Arrangements: This is a hybrid role working out of our Ottawa Home Office on an as‑needed basis.

What You'll Be Doing

• Complete all SDLC development deliverables that were defined as in scope within the agreed upon timelines
• Provide regular cadence updates and adhere to all formal project management requests
• Provide Second Line IBMi Application Support as required during regular business hours
• Provide after hours Third Line IBMi Application Support on a rotational basis
• Work after hours for planned and unplanned outages as required

What You'll Bring

• University degree or college diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or a related field, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• 3+ years of application development experience, preferably including IBM i / AS/400 environments.
• Working to advanced proficiency in RPG ILE and SQL, with the ability and willingness to deepen expertise in large, established IBM i applications.
• Strong SQL and relational database skills, including experience analyzing and improving database and application performance and stability.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex, business‑impacting production issues in business‑critical applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and business audiences.
• Experience working within Agile, SDLC or other structured software delivery methodologies.
• Collaborative, self‑motivated and detail‑oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability for assigned work.
• Able to plan and organize multiple priorities, manage commitments and deliver quality work within agreed timelines.
• Demonstrates adaptability, sound judgment and professionalism when priorities change or production issues arise.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment and adapting priorities as business needs evolve.

Assets You May Have

• Previous JDA MMS experience
• Advanced IBM i experience, including free‑format RPG, embedded SQL, service programs and DB2 for i.
• Experience using modern source‑control and development practices, including Git/GitHub, branching, pull requests/code reviews and version control.
• Experience with, or demonstrated ability to effectively adopt, AI‑assisted development tools such as IBM Bob, GitHub Copilot or similar technologies.
• Ability to use AI tools to accelerate code understanding, development, documentation, testing and troubleshooting while validating generated outputs and following security and development standards.
• Familiarity with modern development environments such as VS Code and an understanding of CI/CD concepts and automated development processes.
• Retail applications development experience
• Previous experience with Profound UI software
• Experience with Jira and/or Asana
• Experience developing, consuming or supporting REST APIs, web services and application integrations, including integrations with cloud and/or SaaS solutions.

Salary

Salary $76,400.00 - $114,600.00

What Giant Tiger Offers

• Competitive Compensation: The salary range for this position is listed above. Giant Tiger will consider factors such as experience, skills and internal equity to ensure you are paid competitively.
• Short Term Incentive Plan: This role includes an annual bonus opportunity based on the percentage of base salary listed above, with payout determined by company and individual performance.
• Retirement Support: This role is eligible for company‑funded retirement savings, with contributions made on your behalf. The specific retirement program and contribution level are noted above.
• Health Benefits and Paid Time Off: Access to our flexible, cost‑shared health and dental benefits (available on hire) and annual paid time off, including personal and vacation days, plus additional paid holiday time between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Career Growth: Giant Tiger is committed to developing our people. We promote from within, and many of our leaders started right here. We provide the coaching, training, and support you need to build a long‑term career. If you’re looking for a place to grow and take on new challenges, you’ve found it.

Extra Giant Tiger Perks

• Store Discount
• Parental leave salary top‑up
• Recognition program that celebrates great work with monetary rewards and other perks
• Safety first environment

Location 2480 Walkley Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 6A9

Job Requisition JR134214

Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices. Giant Tiger will provide support and accommodation in its recruitment processes to all applicants. If you are invited to participate in an interview and have accommodation needs, please contact [e-mail]. Giant Tiger does not sponsor work permits. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada and maintain authorization for the duration of employment.