JDE Software Engineer II

McLane Company, Inc; Temple (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits

401(k) Profit Sharing

Pet insurance

Maternity/paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a JDE Software Engineer II to design, develop, test, and support enterprise solutions within our distribution and supply chain systems. The role emphasizes RPG tools, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne/World (A7.3), and strong IBM iSeries/AS400 experience.

The position is hybrid, requiring on-site work at least three days per week and a 50-minute radius from Temple, TX. Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years’ experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of software development experience in an IBM iSeries/AS400 environment.
• Experience with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne/World (A7.3) and RPG tooling.

Responsibilities

• Design, estimate, develop, document, test, and implement software solutions meeting requirements, timelines, and budget.
• Analyze business needs and translate into functional/technical specs.
• Create/maintain technical docs, test plans, and UAT materials.
• Provide production support by troubleshooting and resolving issues.
• Collaborate with partners to identify process and system enhancements.
• Support system implementations, upgrades, and change management.
• Participate in rotating 24/7 on-call schedule and after-hours support.
• Ensure quality, performance, and reliability standards; work across cross-functional teams.

Skills

RPGLE

RPG400

SQLRPGLE

Free-Format RPG

CL400

CLLE

DDS

DSPF

PRTF

Subfiles

IBM iSeries/AS400

JD Edwards EnterpriseOne/World (A7.3)

Education

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

Tools

IBM iSeries/AS400 tooling

Job description

Take your career further with McLane! McLane teammates, the driving force behind our success, are diverse professionals who work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. As a teammate, you will pair your dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit with your fellow teammates to serve America’s most beloved brands. McLane leaders think long‑term, act with purpose, and inspire high performance. They lead with accountability, communicate clearly, and drive results through collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. They empower each teammate to learn from industry leaders, develop their skills, and build lasting connections nationwide.

We are seeking a highly skilled JDE Software Engineer II to join our technology team and support critical business applications that drive our distribution and supply chain operations. This role will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, implementing, and supporting enterprise solutions while collaborating closely with business stakeholders and technical teams.

The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in RPG development, IBM iSeries/AS400 environments, and JD Edwards (A7.3), along with a strong understanding of warehouse, distribution, purchasing, inventory, and order management processes.

This is a hybrid position which will require the candidate to report and work from the office at least three days a week. Therefore, interested candidates should be within a 50‑minute radius from Temple, TX.

Benefits you can count on:

• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company‑paid life insurance.
  Paid time off begins day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What You’ll Do

• Design, estimate, develop, document, test, and implement software solutions that meet business requirements, timelines, and budget expectations.
• Analyze business needs and translate them into functional and technical specifications.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, test plans, and user acceptance testing materials.
• Provide production support by troubleshooting and resolving application issues and user requests.
• Collaborate with business partners to identify opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements.
• Support system implementations, upgrades, and change management activities.
• Participate in a rotating 24/7 on‑call support schedule and provide after‑hours support for critical incidents and deployments.
• Ensure solutions are thoroughly tested and meet quality, performance, and reliability standards.
• Work across cross‑functional teams to support warehouse, distribution, purchasing, inventory, sales order, transportation, and EDI processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of software development experience in an IBM iSeries/AS400 environment.
• Strong hands‑on experience with:
  • RPGLE
  • RPG400
  • SQLRPGLE
  • Free‑Format RPG
  • CL400 and CLLE
  • DDS, DSPF, PRTF
  • Subfiles
  • IBM iSeries/AS400
• JD Edwards EnterpriseOne/World (A7.3)
• Experience diagnosing and resolving user technology issues in a production environment.
• Ability to gather requirements and develop solutions from business requirements through testing and implementation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Teams and PC fundamentals.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job‑related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Our roadmap. Our story.

We’ve been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e‑commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry‑defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people‑centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/

Primary Location: United States - Texas - Temple

Work Locations:
31st Street Temple TX
3407 S 31st Street
Temple 76502

Business Unit: IS970

Job: Information Technology

Schedule: Full‑time

Shift: 1st - Day

Employee Status: Regular