RPG Developer

Persistent Systems; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 1,400,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Long Service awards

Company-sponsored higher education and

certifications

Hybrid work model

Group term life insurance

Mediclaim hospitalization

Job summary

Persistent Systems in Bengaluru, India, is seeking an RPG Lead with 5–10 years of hands-on experience to design, develop, and maintain applications on the IBM i (AS/400) platform using RPG IV/ILE and CL. You will lead a team of RPG developers and collaborate with analysts and stakeholders to gather requirements.

The role covers code reviews, architecture planning, performance tuning, and cross-functional deployment coordination, with a focus on SDLC and Agile practices.

Qualifications

• Hands-on RPG development on IBM i (AS/400) systems.
• Experience leading development teams and delivering projects.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies.
• Experience coordinating offshore/onsite teams an advantage.
• Exposure to modernization projects and API integrations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of RPG developers to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements.
• Design, develop, and maintain applications on the IBM i (AS/400) platform using RPG IV/ILE and CL.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and project timelines.
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance to team members.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in existing applications.
• Participate in system architecture planning and performance tuning.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for integration and deployment activities.
• Prepare technical documentation and user manuals.

Skills

RPG development

Team leadership

SDLC & Agile

IBM i RPG IV/ILE

CL programming

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled RPG Lead with experience in Design, develop, and maintain applications on the IBM i (AS/400) platform using RPG IV/ILE and CL.

• Role: RPG Developer
• Experience: 5 to 10 Years
• Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Lead and manage a team of RPG developers to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements.
• Design, develop, and maintain applications on the IBM i (AS/400) platform using RPG IV/ILE and CL.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and project timelines.
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance to team members.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in existing applications.
• Participate in system architecture planning and performance tuning.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for integration and deployment activities.
• Prepare technical documentation and user manuals.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• 5–10 years of hands-on experience in RPG development on IBM i (AS/400) systems.
• Proven experience in leading development teams and managing project deliverables.
• Strong background in software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Experience in working with global teams and managing offshore/onsite coordination.
• Exposure to modernization projects and integration with web services or APIs is a plus.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

“Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.”