IT Programmer RPG / IBM i

Spherion Staffing, LLC; East Liberty (OH); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 137,000; Full time

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Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC is seeking an experienced Enterprise System Analyst to lead and execute software design and modernization initiatives on IBM i (AS/400) platforms for a leading logistics provider. The role emphasizes SAP integration, RPG/SQL development, and collaborative Agile delivery in a fast-paced setting.

The candidate will design scalable solutions, estimate timelines, document integration blueprints, and support complex enterprise systems.

Qualifications

• Agile practices in Scrum or Kanban environments are required.
• Experience integrating ERP and logistics systems with enterprise apps.
• Strong skills in analysis, design and SDLC for complex IBM i projects.
• Hands-on development, maintenance, and troubleshooting on IBM i (AS/400) systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Execute: Technical solution design, system analysis, and software development for new applications, system enhancements, and modernization efforts on IBM i (AS/400) platforms.
• Develop & Maintain: High-performing code using RPG and SQL to support, maintain, and optimize existing and new applications.
• Document & Plan: Technical design specifications, integration blueprints, and comprehensive user manuals while accurately estimating scope and timelines.
• Integrate & Transfer: Robust data-sending frameworks and communications protocols between core internal platforms and external enterprise systems like SAP.
• Test & Validate: End-to-end integration workflows, user acceptance testing (UAT), and test execution plans to guarantee operational reliability.
• Troubleshoot & Support: Tier-level production issues by evaluating job logs, spool files, ACDs, and performance metrics to ensure rapid resolution.
• Deploy & Collaborate: Production releases smoothly within Agile (Scrum/Kanban) frameworks, adhering strictly to enterprise architectural and compliance standards.

Skills

Agile Methodologies

ERP Experience

Education

Bachelors

Tools

RPG

IBM i

SQL

ACDs

Job description

Terms

I am at least 18 years old

I am legally authorized to work in the United States

Lead and execute enterprise system analysis, software design, and modernization initiatives across IBM i platforms for a leading logistics provider. This role drives the delivery of scalable software solutions and high-impact enterprise system integrations in a collaborative, Agile environment.

What's in it for You?

Competitive Compensation: Earn a base salary ranging from $117,000 to $137,000 per year, commensurate with experience, with relocation assistance considered for qualified candidates.

Workplace Flexibility: Enjoy a stable Monday - Friday schedule (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM) with eligibility for 1 remote day per week after 6 months.

Perks & Benefits: Access a comprehensive company benefits package, including company-provided uniforms and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead & Execute: Technical solution design, system analysis, and software development for new applications, system enhancements, and modernization efforts on IBM i (AS/400) platforms.
• Develop & Maintain: High-performing code using RPG and SQL to support, maintain, and optimize existing and new applications.
• Document & Plan: Technical design specifications, integration blueprints, and comprehensive user manuals while accurately estimating scope and timelines.
• Integrate & Transfer: Robust data-sending frameworks and communications protocols between core internal platforms and external enterprise systems like SAP.
• Test & Validate: End-to-end integration workflows, user acceptance testing (UAT), and test execution plans to guarantee operational reliability.
• Troubleshoot & Support: Tier-level production issues by evaluating job logs, spool files, ACDs, and performance metrics to ensure rapid resolution.
• Deploy & Collaborate: Production releases smoothly within Agile (Scrum/Kanban) frameworks, adhering strictly to enterprise architectural and compliance standards.

Working hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Skills

• Agile Methodologies: Practical experience working within structured Scrum or Kanban framework environments.
• ERP Experience: Familiarity with automotive or third-party logistics supply chain software integrations.

Education

• Bachelors

Experience

• 10+ years

Qualifications

• RPG & IBM i Expertise: Proven hands-on experience developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting applications using RPG, SQL, and ACDs on IBM i (AS/400) systems.
• SDLC & Design: Strong background creating technical design specifications, estimating timelines, and architecting solutions across full development lifecycles.
• Enterprise Integration: Demonstrated experience building data-transfer frameworks and coordinating blueprints for major enterprise integrations (e.g., SAP).
• System Troubleshooting: Advanced ability to evaluate job logs, system metrics, and spool files to resolve complex application and performance issues.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].