IBM i RPG Lead Developer & Project Leader

Programmers.io; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM i / RPG Developer & Project Lead position in New Jersey seeks an experienced professional to design, develop, and maintain IBM i applications. You will lead projects from requirements to deployment, collaborating with IT and business teams to deliver reliable software solutions.

The role emphasizes strong RPGLE/SQL skills, experience with CL, REST/SOAP, and API usage, plus familiarity with MQ, JSON, XML, and Rational Developer for i. WMS and microservices exposure are a plus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Leader managing IT initiatives from planning through implementation
• Strong background in AS/400 (IBM i) development and maintenance, including RPGLE Free format, CL, and SQLRPGLE
• Expertise in SQL for data analysis, reporting, and understanding relational data models
• Ability to analyze existing systems and processes, recommend improvements, and implement solutions
• Experience with application software deployment in both test and production environments
• Strong communication and analytical skills; ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Proficient in RPGLE Free, Embedded SQL, SQL, CL, Service Programs, Stored Procedures
• Use of Rational Developer for i, MQ, JSON, and XML
• Web service integration (REST/SOAP) and API usage

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain applications on the IBM i / Power System using native tools (RPG/400, RPGLE, SQLRPGLE, Free RPG, CL, DSPF, etc.)
• Support full project lifecycle from requirements gathering through development, QA, and production deployment
• Load, test, and promote application software releases and fixes following change control protocols
• Collaborate with business users to gather functional requirements and convert them into technical design specifications
• Respond to production support issues and resolve critical incidents or user-reported problems
• Create and maintain technical documentation in accordance with established department standards
• Participate in code reviews, offer feedback, and maintain coding standards and documentation practices
• Work closely with engineering, UX, and product teams to ensure delivery of high-quality software
• Provide architectural input and understand performance implications of different development techniques (e.g., embedded SQL)
• Lead or assist in managing IT projects and coordinate with external consultants or partner teams as needed
• Promote continuous improvement and contribute to the evolution of the company's development standards and methodologies

Skills

RPGLE Free

Embedded SQL

SQL

CL

Service Programs

Stored Procedures

Rational Developer for i

MQ

JSON

XML

REST/SOAP

API usage

Tools

Rational Developer for i

MQ

JSON

XML

Job description

IBM i / RPG Developer & Project Lead position in New Jersey seeks an experienced professional to design, develop, and maintain IBM i applications. You will lead projects from requirements to deployment, collaborating with IT and business teams to deliver reliable software solutions.

The role emphasizes strong RPGLE/SQL skills, experience with CL, REST/SOAP, and API usage, plus familiarity with MQ, JSON, XML, and Rational Developer for i. WMS and microservices exposure are a plus.