Senior Software Engineer

Jobtailor; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Senior WMS/MAWM specialist to support DC operations and migrate sites from the legacy IBM iSeries to Manhattan Active WM. You will configure MAWM to match DC workflows, inventory strategies, and sorting, while designing Cognos SCI reports for post-migration visibility.

You will translate business requirements into Jira user stories, participate in SIT/UAT, and provide go-live support either on-site or remotely as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years hands-on software development and systems analysis in WMS / supply chain.
• Extensive IBM iSeries (AS/400) experience with RPG, RPGLE, CL and SQL.
• Deep understanding of DC processes and outbound/shipping workflows.
• Experience with MAWM or MAWM-like platforms preferred.
• Experience with Cognos SCI reporting and Jira for Agile docs.

Responsibilities

• Support DC operations on legacy WMS while migrating sites to Manhattan Active WM.
• Configure MAWM to fit DC workflows, inventory strategies and sorting.
• Design/deploy Cognos SCI reports and dashboards post-migration.
• Create, modify, and test logistics documents and reports for floor execution.
• Translate requirements into Jira user stories and documentation.
• Write test cases and assist SIT/UAT; debug data flows and configurations.
• Provide on-site or remote go-live support during hyper-care.
• Work in GCP to ensure real-time data integration between warehouse, carriers and customers.
• Expand focus to TMS and other integrated logistics apps over time.

Skills

WMS domain knowledge

System analysis

Software development

Tools

IBM iSeries (AS/400)

RPG

RPGLE

CL

SQL

Cognos SCI

Jira

Manhattan MAWM

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support daily Distribution Center (DC) operations on the legacy iSeries WMS while actively executing project tasks to migrate sites to Manhattan Active WM.
• Partner with implementation teams to configure the Manhattan Active WM application to meet specific distribution center operational workflows, inventory strategies, and sorting parameters.
• Design, develop, and deploy operational reports and dashboards using Cognos SCI (Supply Chain Intelligence) to ensure seamless data visibility post-migration.
• Build, modify, and test critical logistics documents, compliance labels, and operational reports required for warehouse floor execution.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders and program managers to gather robust technical and business requirements, translating them into well‑structured user stories and documentation within Jira.
• Play an active role in progressive testing phases (System Integration Testing, User Acceptance Testing) by writing test cases, validating data flows between systems, and debugging configuration issues.
• Provide dedicated, on‑site or remote technical support during critical go‑live windows and the immediate hyper‑care period to ensure minimal disruption to DC operations.
• Work within GCP to manage and troubleshoot data integration patterns, ensuring real‑time communication between the warehouse, carriers, and customers.
• While the initial focus is on WMS, progressively take on projects involving Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and other integrated logistics applications.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7+ years of hands‑on software development and systems analysis experience within the Warehouse Management / Supply Chain Logistics domain.
• Extensive technical experience with the IBM iSeries (AS/400) platform, including proficiency in RPG, RPGLE, CL, and strong SQL skills for database management and data extraction.
• Deep understanding of core distribution center processes (Inbound receiving, put away, inventory management, replenishment, picking, sorting, wave management, and outbound shipping).
• Hands‑on exposure to or training in Manhattan Active Warehouse Management (MAWM) or recent versions of Manhattan WMOS is highly preferred.
• Experience with or strong aptitude to quickly learn Cognos SCI for supply chain reporting.
• Proficiency using Jira for requirement gathering, task tracking, and Agile project documentation.