RPG Developer & Project Leader - IBM i Power Systems

Programmers.io

Basking Ridge (NJ)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

10 hours ago
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Job summary

Programmers.io in Basking Ridge, NJ seeks an experienced RPG Developer to design, develop, and maintain IBM i applications using native tools (RPG/400, RPGLE, SQLRPGLE, CL). You will support full project lifecycles, deploy changes in test and production, and work with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into technical design.

Strong AS/400 background, SQL proficiency, and experience with REST/SOAP APIs, MQ, and WMS like Manhattan are highly valued.

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.

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 format
SQL
CL
SQLRPGLE
Service Programs
Stored Procedures
Rational Developer for i
MQ
JSON
XML
REST/SOAP APIs
Java
.NET
PHP
AS/400 operations
Microservices
Excel mapping
Word documentation
Skype/Teams collaboration

Tools

Rational Developer for i
MQ
JSON
XML
REST/SOAP APIs
Manhattan WMS
Excel
Word

Job description

Programmers.io in Basking Ridge, NJ seeks an experienced RPG Developer to design, develop, and maintain IBM i applications using native tools (RPG/400, RPGLE, SQLRPGLE, CL). You will support full project lifecycles, deploy changes in test and production, and work with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into technical design.

Strong AS/400 background, SQL proficiency, and experience with REST/SOAP APIs, MQ, and WMS like Manhattan are highly valued.

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