Lead Senior Programmer Analyst - AS400 [T500-30253]

Ferguson India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferguson India is seeking a Senior Programmer Analyst to develop, maintain, and support critical business applications on the IBM i/AS400 platform. The ideal candidate will have strong RPG and COBOL programming skills and experience managing projects through the full SDLC to deliver reliable solutions.

The role involves reviewing solutions, delivering on time, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. It also includes 24/7 on-call support for critical applications and ongoing system

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent with hands-on programming.
• 3+ years programming on IBM System i/AS400, RPG IV/ILE, embedded SQL.
• Experience with COBOL batch and interactive programs on iSeries.

Responsibilities

• Create technical specifications and perform programming, testing, and implementation to deliver high-quality business information processing systems.
• Develop and maintain applications on IBM i platform.
• Review proposed solutions using current programming practices and determine efficient methods.
• Deliver assigned projects through the full SDLC on a committed timeline.
• Participate in code reviews, testing phases, and go-live support.
• Collaborate with team to meet timelines and client requirements.
• Handle end-to-end project life cycle from requirements to deployment and support.
• Coordinate with third parties for problem resolution.

Skills

RPG IV

RPG Free

COBOL

ILE

SEU

SDA

Embedded SQL

Stored Procedures

Modules/Binding

Activation Groups

Education

Engineering in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

IBM System i / AS400

ROBOT job scheduler

Aldon change management

Web Services on iSeries

SQL on AS400

Job description

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

The Opportunity:

As a Senior Programmer Analyst, where you'll develop, maintain, and support critical business applications on the IBM i/AS400 platform. We're looking for an experienced professional with strong RPG OR COBOL programming skills who can manage projects through the full SDLC, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver high-quality solutions that support business operations and drive continuous improvement.

What you will do:

• Create technical specifications and perform programming, testing, and implementation to deliver high-quality business information processing systems.
• Develop and maintain applications on IBM i platform.
• Review proposed solutions using current programming practices and determine the most efficient method for developing the desired functionality.
• Responsible for delivery of assigned projects through the entire SDLC on a committed timeline.
• Participate in technical walkthroughs, coding, code reviews, and testing phases (unit, system, QA/UAT).
• Provide support during Go-Live and post-deployment.
• Analyses, debugs and supports existing application software
• Assist with implementation of new applications and systems software, (i.e. upgrades, enhancements, fixes)
• Assists with troubleshooting, debugging and inquires related to system functionality and performance
• Collaborate closely with the team manager to ensure project timelines, quality standards, and client requirements are met.
• Must be able to handle the entire life cycle of a project from requirements gathering to development, unit testing, assisting users with QA testing, UAT, deployment and follow-up support
• Work with third parties, to determine problem solutions and corrective actions.
• Perform 24/7 on-call support for critical business applications. This is 1 week at a time on a rotating basis between a team of developers.

What you will bring:

• Engineering in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related discipline with hands-on programming experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience; Domain – Supply chain/order management
• 3+ yrs years programming experience on IBM System i, AS400 analyzing, developing and implementing applications in RPG IV, RPG Free, ILE using SEU, SDA, embedded SQL, stored procedures, service programs, modules, binding and activation groups.
• Experience in analyzing and maintaining COBOL batch and interactive programs on the iSeries.
• Solid understanding of the AS400 environment including Database, Query and Library/File structures
• Experience with Aldon change management system and ROBOT job scheduler is an asset.
• Knowledge of Web Services on the iSeries is an asset.
• Solid understanding of principles and techniques of computer systems, data communications/network concepts
• Fundamental understanding of procedures and structured programming languages, and the ability to assume responsibility for increasingly complex assignments
• Experience with EDI transaction processing and Warehouse management software would be an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated success working in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Highly organized in prioritizing work and multi-tasking