iSeries Lead Developer - Hybrid Role (RPG/COBOL)

IntaPeople; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking an experienced iSeries Development Lead to guide a small team in maintaining and modernising core processing systems. The candidate should have a strong background in RPG, COBOL, Java, or .NET, with experience in the AS400 environment. This hybrid role requires clear communication and the ability to manage both technical decisions and a team effectively. Additional benefits include 25 days of annual leave and a robust pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 16 additional days

28% Pension

Hybrid working policy

Supportive working culture with opportunities to develop skills

Interest in Welsh language welcomed

Qualifications

• Strong experience developing in RPG, COBOL, Java or .NET.
• Understanding of the AS400 environment (CL, DDS, DB2, etc.).
• Ability to design specs, analyse systems and support testing and user journeys.
• Experience working with data processing, integrations, and legacy modernisation.
• Clear communication skills and confidence dealing with a range of stakeholders.
• Experience leading or mentoring developers is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Leading the maintenance and modernisation of iSeries systems.
• Acting as the lead developer for RPG and COBOL work.
• Designing and delivering new features, integrations, and system updates.
• Overseeing data processing workloads and ensuring outputs are accurate and delivered on time.
• Reviewing external software and making sure integrations meet internal standards.
• Producing clear technical specs and documentation.
• Working with internal teams to shape solutions.
• Keeping project leads updated on progress and managing priorities within the team.
• Supporting users and improving existing processes.
• Line managing the iSeries team including workload planning and development.

Skills

RPG

COBOL

Java

.NET

AS400 environment

Clear communication

Mentoring developers

Job description

A technology company is seeking an experienced iSeries Development Lead to guide a small team in maintaining and modernising core processing systems. The candidate should have a strong background in RPG, COBOL, Java, or .NET, with experience in the AS400 environment. This hybrid role requires clear communication and the ability to manage both technical decisions and a team effectively. Additional benefits include 25 days of annual leave and a robust pension scheme.