Applications Development Manager (Infor LX + IBM i)

The Judge Group; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing and consulting firm is looking for an Applications Development Manager to bridge the gap between IBM i architecture and manufacturing demands. This role involves managing a team, ensuring system optimization, and aligning technical execution with business goals. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in Infor LX and IBM i environments. This position offers a high-autonomy environment, combining strategy and leadership responsibilities for impactful results across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience within Infor LX and IBM i environments.
• Proficient in IBM Power Systems, RPG, and DB2.
• Experience supporting EDI systems within a manufacturing framework.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-functioning team of developers and partners.
• Translate business objectives into technical execution.
• Own the lifecycle of Infor LX and IBM i environments.
• Optimize hardware and service contracts.
• Define and uphold service level expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical Literacy

Platform Mastery

Tools

IBM Power Systems

RPG

DB2

Job description

Overview

Legacy systems don't have to mean legacy thinking. Our client is seeking a strategic Applications Development Manager (Infor LX + IBM i) to bridge the gap between robust IBM i architecture and the agile demands of a modern manufacturing leader.

This isn’t just a maintenance role; it’s a leadership mandate to optimize the Infor LX ecosystem and ensure the technical backbone of the company is built for scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Mentor: Manage a high-functioning team of developers and external partners, fostering a culture of technical excellence and accountability.
• Strategic Alignment: Act as the translator between business objectives and technical execution, ensuring every sprint delivers measurable ROI.
• System Stewardship: Own the lifecycle of the Infor LX and IBM i environments, from custom development and EDI standards to security and disaster recovery.
• Vendor Management: Navigate and optimize hardware and service contracts to ensure our client’s tech stack remains cost-effective and cutting-edge.
• Operational Excellence: Define and uphold service level expectations (SLEs) that keep internal operations running without a hitch.

Qualifications

• Platform Mastery: 7+ years of deep experience within Infor LX and IBM i environments.
• Technical Literacy: Proficient in IBM Power Systems, RPG, and DB2.
• Leadership Provenance: A track record of managing development teams and vendors through complex project lifecycles.
• Industry Context: Direct experience supporting EDI systems within a manufacturing framework.
• Communication: The ability to simplify complex technical hurdles into actionable business insights for executive stakeholders.

Why Join?

Our client offers the rare opportunity to lead a critical technical function where your influence is visible across the entire supply chain. This is a high-autonomy environment that values "smart" solutions over "standard" ones. If you enjoy the challenge of making a massive ERP system perform like a fine-tuned engine, this is your seat.

Location

This is a primarily remote position for candidates in the Greater Chicago Area. It includes occasional commuting to our client's regional corporate office and periodic travel to our client's manufacturing facilities as needed.

Next steps

Are you ready to lead the evolution of a core business environment? After applying, reach out to Charles Herman at [e-mail] to discuss the technical roadmap. A brief summary of your alignment with our client’s IBM i/Infor LX requirements will ensure a prioritized review of your profile.