RPG Software Engineer (IBM i) – Hybrid, High-Impact

Vermelo RPO; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in the UK is seeking a Software Engineer (RPG) for a hybrid role based in Manchester. Your responsibilities will include analyzing, developing, and testing technology using best practices, helping to deliver project success. Ideal candidates will have extensive RPG experience, proficiency in using modern IDEs, and the ability to collaborate effectively in an agile environment. The role offers a competitive salary, a collaborative work environment, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Health care cash plan

Yearly bonus scheme

24 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Life Assurance 4x annual salary

Vibrant, modern offices

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a professional IBM RPG Developer.
• Proficiency in RPG coding, using modern IDEs like IBM Rationale Developer or VS Code.
• Ability to read, maintain, and refactor legacy RPG (III/IV) code.

Responsibilities

• Undertake development and delivery of features, components, and systems.
• Estimate the effort required to develop or update features accurately.
• Support the Scrum team in the successful planning and delivery of sprints.

Skills

IBM RPG Developer

RPG coding

API integration

RPGLE experience

IBM i environment

DB2 for i

Version control (e.g., Git)

Tools

IBM Rationale Developer

VS Code

Job description

A leading insurance provider in the UK is seeking a Software Engineer (RPG) for a hybrid role based in Manchester. Your responsibilities will include analyzing, developing, and testing technology using best practices, helping to deliver project success. Ideal candidates will have extensive RPG experience, proficiency in using modern IDEs, and the ability to collaborate effectively in an agile environment. The role offers a competitive salary, a collaborative work environment, and various employee benefits.