Senior IBM Developer (RPG/ILE Coding & VAI Systems)

Future Tech Enterprise, Inc.; Mississippi; Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior IBM Developer with extensive RPG coding experience to join their dynamic team. This full-time, remote position requires a minimum of 10 years in RPG development, along with expertise in the VAI S2K platform. The role involves designing and maintaining critical applications, providing technical guidance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver effective software solutions. Join a company recognized as a top workplace, where your contributions will directly impact the manufacturing and distribution sectors, enhancing business processes and driving innovation.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in IBM RPG development and database administration.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain IBM RPG applications for business functions.
• Provide technical leadership and optimize applications on VAI S2K.

Skills

IBM RPG development

RPGLE

RPGSQL

Control Language (CL)

Database administration (DB2, SQL)

Reporting and analytics development

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Mentoring junior developers

Tools

VAI S2K platform

VAI Warehouse Management Systems

Advanced reporting and analytics tools

Java

Python

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior IBM Developer with a strong background in RPG coding to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in RPG development, along with expertise in the VAI System 2000 (S2K) platform, database administration, and reporting/analytics. Experience with VAI Warehouse Management Systems and analytics reporting is a plus. This role is integral to developing and supporting critical systems within the manufacturing and distribution industry.

This is a full-time, U.S.-based remote position. Work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30a - 5:30p Eastern Time.
Our benefits offerings include Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) with company contribution and PTO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain IBM RPG-based applications and systems for various business functions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior developers, ensuring high-quality code and efficient development processes.
• Implement and optimize applications on the VAI S2K platform, ensuring system integration and performance.
• Oversee and participate in database administration tasks, including the design, optimization, and troubleshooting of databases (primarily SQL).
• Develop and maintain reporting and analytics solutions for business stakeholders, including custom reports and data extraction tools.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver software solutions that meet business needs.
• Continuously improve system functionality and performance, troubleshooting and resolving issues as they arise.
• Guide best practices and ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Support the manufacturing and distribution operations with software solutions that enhance business processes.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in IBM RPG development including RPGLE, RPGSQL, CL (Control Language)
• Proven experience in database administration (DB2, SQL) and optimization.
• Solid understanding of reporting and analytics development, including custom reports and data extraction.
• Deep knowledge of the manufacturing and distribution industry, with the ability to understand and translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and optimize applications and systems.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to mentor junior developers and provide technical leadership within the team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in VAI S2K platform.
• Experience with the VAI S2K solution including CRM, Warehouse Management Platform and Analytics packages.
• Familiarity with advanced reporting and analytics tools and frameworks.
• Experience with additional programming languages or platforms (e.g., Java, Python) is a plus.
• Knowledge of industry-specific best practices for software development and system integration in the manufacturing and distribution sectors.

About Us:
Future Tech’s culture is all about working hard, working together, and finding the best ways to help our customers achieve their goals. Future Tech has earned multiple top employer awards based on our commitment to and support of our employees, most recently earning a 2023 Top Workplace honor from the SunSentinel.

Future Tech Enterprise, Inc. is an award-winning IT solution provider with capabilities in 50 countries. We provide cost-effective and customized IT solutions – from computer hardware and software, to configuration and networking, to staffing and support, to enterprise-sized clients in every vertical market. OEM-agnostic, Future Tech is uniquely positioned to meet all of our clients' IT challenges, including: Security, Storage, Infrastructure, Collaboration, Disaster Prevention, Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity, Power Solutions and Asset Life Cycle Management.

Employment decisions at Future Tech Enterprise, Inc. will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Future Tech Enterprise, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.