AS400 Developer

Kumaran; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Kumaran is seeking experienced developers to design and maintain applications on the IBM i / AS400 platform. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in AS400 development, strong skills in RPG IV and CL programming, and good knowledge of DB2/400 and SQL.

This role involves troubleshooting production issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and adhering to coding standards. A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field is required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in AS400 / IBM i development.
• Strong experience in RPG IV / RPGLE / Free Format RPG.
• Good knowledge of CL programming.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain applications on IBM i / AS400.
• Work with DB2/400 databases for data manipulation and reporting.
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide timely solutions.

Skills

RPG IV / RPGLE / Free Format RPG

CL programming

DB2/400

SQL

Debugging and performance optimization

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

Job Description

Design, develop, maintain and support applications on the IBM i / AS400 platform. Work with DB2/400 databases, RPG, CL, SQL, and ensure coding standards and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain applications on IBM i / AS400.
• Develop and maintain programs using RPG, RPGLE, CL, and SQL.
• Work with DB2/400 databases for data manipulation, query optimization, and reporting.
• Analyze business requirements and convert them into technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide timely solutions.
• Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business analysts, QA, and infrastructure teams.
• Support system enhancements, upgrades, and performance tuning.
• Maintain proper documentation for applications and processes.

Required Skills

• 3–5 years of experience in AS400 / IBM i development.
• Strong experience in RPG IV / RPGLE / Free Format RPG.
• Good knowledge of CL programming.
• Experience working with DB2/400, SQL, and query tools.
• Knowledge of file handling (PF, LF, DSPF, PRTF).
• Experience in debugging and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with source control and change management tools.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with API integration or web services on AS400.
• Knowledge of modernization tools or integration with other platforms.
• Understanding of EDI or legacy system integration.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Good documentation and problem‑solving abilities.

Kumaran Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.