AS/400 Developer

Apptad Inc; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

Apptad Inc. seeks an experienced ISeries Developer Analyst (RPG/AS/400) to design, develop, and optimize critical business applications in an IBM i environment. You will leverage RPG expertise to deliver high-quality solutions, working with stakeholders to ensure stability and performance.

The role requires 10+ years of RPG/CL programming, DB2/SQL proficiency, and strong problem-solving skills. 3-4 days hybrid onsite in Dallas; contract position with collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years programming in RPG/CL on IBM i (AS/400).
• Experience with RPG III/IV/ILE/Free, CL, SQL, DB2, and security.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and support applications in IBM i (AS/400).
• Write, modify, test, and deploy RPG/CL/SQL code.
• Analyze requirements and translate into technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Support and enhance database structures, queries, and reporting with SQL and DB2.

Skills

RPG III

RPG IV

RPG ILE

RPG Free

CL Programming

SQL

DB2

IBM i (AS/400)

Systems integration

IBM i security

LSAMS Mortgage Servicing System

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Job description

Job Title: AS/400 Developer
Location: Dallas, Texas 3-4 days hybrid onsite

Employment Type: Contract

Job Description:

ISeries Developer Analyst (RPG)(AS 400)

About the Opportunity:

Client is seeking a highly experienced iSeries Developer Analyst to support and enhance critical business applications in our IBM i (AS/400) environment. In this role, you'll leverage your RPG development expertise to design, develop, maintain, and optimize solutions that support key business operations and customer outcomes. You'll work closely with technical and business stakeholders to solve complex challenges, drive system improvements, and ensure the stability and performance of our core applications. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment while making a direct impact on the business.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and support applications within an IBM i (AS/400) environment.
• Write, modify, test, and deploy code using RPG III, RPG IV, RPG ILE, RPG Free, SQL, and CL.
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application, integration, and system issues in a timely manner.
• Support and enhance database structures, queries, and reporting utilizing SQL and DB2 concepts.
• Collaborate with business partners and technical teams to deliver high-quality solutions and system enhancements.
• Participate in systems integration activities and support IBM i security-related functions.
• Perform code reviews, testing, and quality assurance activities to ensure application reliability and performance.
• Manage multiple priorities and projects while meeting established delivery timelines.
• Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of programming experience utilizing RPG and CL within an IBM i (AS/400) environment.
• Strong experience with:
  • RPG III, RPG IV, RPG ILE, RPG Free
  • CL Programming
  • SQL
  • IBM i (AS/400) systems
  • DB2 and relational database concepts
  • Systems integration and IBM i security support
• Preferred experience with:
• LSAMS Mortgage Servicing System

• COBOL 400/ILE
• FTP and Secure FTP
• PGP encryption technologies
• 5+ years of experience in an IT or Quality Assurance role within the Financial Services industry.
• Mortgage Servicing industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of relational database design and architecture.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and standard productivity tools.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and consistently meet project deadlines.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to remain effective under pressure while resolving time-sensitive issues.
• A collaborative, team-first mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and delivering high-quality solutions.