Sr. iSeries Software Engineer

cretecarriercorp; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

cretecarriercorp in Lincoln, Nebraska seeks an experienced IBM i (AS/400) developer to oversee the development and implementation of iSeries applications and to serve as a resource to others resolving complex IT issues.

Responsibilities include planning, coding, testing, debugging, and implementing applications; preparing specifications; mentoring teammates on RPG, RPG-ILE, SQL, CL and DB2; and delivering solutions while maintaining system standards and user training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 8–10 years related experience or training.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficient in RPG, RPG-ILE, SQL, CL and DB2 on IBM i.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, codes, tests, and implements applications and systems.
• Prepares specifications and performs programming, testing, and implementation planning.
• Codes in RPG, RPG-ILE, SQL, CL, and DB2 on IBM i.
• Analyzes existing programs and suggests changes to development standards.
• Designs complex functionality and provides multifaceted solutions.
• Documents requirements to translate information into technical specs.
• Develops testing plans to ensure functionality.
• Mentors team members and guides on new technologies.
• Delivers user training during system implementation.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

Skills

RPG

RPG-ILE

SQL

CL

DB2

Education

Bachelor's degree or 8–10 years related experience

Tools

iSeries AS400

Job description

Oversees the development and implementation of iSeries applications while serving as a resource to others to resolve complex IT issues.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plans, develops, codes, tests, modifies, debugs, and implements applications and systems throughout the Company.
• Prepares detailed specifications and performs programming, testing, conversion, and implementation planning.
• Codes in various languages and technical platforms based on program specifications.
• Analyzes existing programs and recommends changes in development, maintenance, or system standards.
• Designs complex functionality within applications and provides multifaceted solutions.
• Documents requirements in order to translate information into technical specifications.
• Develops testing plans to ensure effective functionality.
• Provides guidance to team members on complicated assignments and mentors on new technologies.
• Administers training for users during system implementation as needed.
• Receives and carries out instructions.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Communicates effectively.
• Solves problems and makes decisions independently and proactively.
• Manages multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Uses computers and software programs proficiently, including iSeries AS400.
• Demonstrates proficiencies with programming languages including RPG, RPG-ILE, SQL, CL, and DB2 Database.
• Exhibits ability to read, write, talk, and hear; add, subtract, multiply, and divide; and lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. as required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or eight to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.