Sr Software Engineer

Randa Apparel & Accessories; Rosemont (IL); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision & dental insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Life insurance & disability

401(k)

Commuter benefits

Wellness program

Job summary

Randa Apparel & Accessories is seeking a Sr Software Engineer to design, develop, and modernize IBM iSeries applications. You will work with RPG, SQLRPGLE, CL, and DB2 for iSeries to support ERP, WMS, and supply chain needs, collaborating across departments.

The role emphasizes automation, APIs, and secure, scalable solutions in a hybrid setting. Reporting to the Director of IT Applications, you’ll mentor peers and contribute to modernization initiatives while aligning with Waterfall and Agile

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent.
• 5–10 years IBM i/AS400 development experience.
• Experience building and maintaining RPG-based applications.
• Strong knowledge of DB2 for iSeries and SQLRPGLE.
• Familiarity with batch processing, ERP/WMS systems is a plus.
• Proven ability to gather requirements from stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and support IBM iSeries apps using RPG and CL.
• Modernize legacy RPG to free-format and service-programs.
• Integrate with APIs, EDI, and web services across systems.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Finance, Distribution, and Manufacturing.
• Mentor engineers and enforce coding standards and security.

Skills

RPG IV

RPGLE

Free-Format RPG

CL Programming

SQLRPGLE

DB2 for iSeries

APIs & Web Services

EDI

Git/Azure DevOps

Automation (FTP/SFTP)

Power Systems

Mimix/HA solutions

Robot Scheduler

ServiceNow

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in CS or IS

Tools

IBM Rational Developer for iSeries

Git

Azure DevOps

SQL Services for IBM iSeries

Job description

Randa Apparel & Accessories is one of the world’s leading fashion clothing and accessories companies, operating across 11 countries with a portfolio of 30 iconic brands, including Haggar, Levi’s, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Totes, Isotoner, and Columbia Sportswear. With over 100 years of industry leadership, RAA continues to produce exceptional products and services, delighting customers and empowering partners worldwide. From the #1 dress pant brand in North America to the #1 belt and wallet, RAA sets the standard for excellence and innovation

We empower our associates, create growth opportunities at every level, and strive to make RAA the best place to build a career.

Want to work at a diverse, equitable, & inclusive workspace where associates are encouraged to bring their true, authentic selves?

Location : Chicago, IL

Salary : $115,000 – $125,000

Schedule : Hybrid (3 days in-office / 2 days remote)

Position Overview Reporting to the Director of IT Applications, the Sr Software Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, enhancement, support, and modernization of business applications running on the IBM iSeries platform. This role will work closely with business stakeholders across Supply Chain, Finance, Distribution, EDI, Sales, and Manufacturing to deliver reliable solutions that support critical enterprise processes.

The successful candidate will develop and maintain RPG-based applications while contributing to modernization initiatives through SQL, APIs, automation, and integration technologies. This individual will serve as a technical expert for IBM iSeries applications and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, maintainable, and secure solutions

Essential Role Functions

• Design, develop, test, implement, and support applications on the IBM iSeries platform using RPG IV, RPGLE, Free-Format RPG, SQLRPGLE, and CL.
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions.
• Support and enhance mission-critical ERP, WMS, distribution, finance, and supply chain systems.
• Develop and maintain DB2 for iSeries database structures, SQL queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning initiatives.
• Create and support integrations with internal and external systems through APIs, web services, EDI, message queues, and file-based interfaces.
• Troubleshoot application issues and participate in root cause analysis for production support incidents.
• Collaborate with business users to identify process improvement opportunities and automation initiatives.
• Participate in code reviews and enforce development standards, security practices, and documentation requirements.
• Support application modernization efforts, including transitioning legacy fixed-format RPG applications to free-format RPG and service-program architectures.
• Work effectively within Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid project delivery environments.
• Mentor other software engineers and share IBM iSeries best practices.
• Utilizes sound engineering principles to build robust, secure, scalable, and appropriately tested features and solutions from end to end.
• Works with technologies across the entire Randa development stack.
• Builds confidence, trust, and rapport with internal and external clients as appropriate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
• 5-10 years of IBM i / AS400 development experience.
• Strong experience with:
• RPG IV
• RPGLE
• Free-Format RPG
• CL Programming
• SQLRPGLE
• DB2 for iSeries
• Experience with:
• IBM Rational Developer for iSeries
• Git or Azure DevOps
• SQL Services for IBM iSeries
• Web Services
• API Integration
• EDI
• FTP/SFTP Automation
• Power Systems
• Mimix or High Availability solutions
• Robot Scheduler
• ServiceNow
• Azure DevOps
• Experience designing and maintaining batch processing, interactive programs, and business applications on IBM iSeries.
• Experience troubleshooting performance issues across applications and DB2 databases.
• Familiarity with source control and deployment management processes.
• Experience gathering requirements directly from business stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experienced with building out and maintaining metrics, alarms, and monitoring of services and application stack.
• Excellent communication skills and understand the importance of regular communication to the entire team about business and IT roadmaps
• Excellent problem solver where the big picture is understood and challenges are recognized before they occur; relevant information from internal and external SME’s is investigated then drive decisions and next steps to get the optimized short term to long term result for the team
• You have successfully delivered roadmap initiatives using either Waterfall or Agile methodology

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary.
• Hybrid work schedule.
• Three weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment.
• Company provided life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid parental leave.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance options with low employee contributions.
• Commuter benefit plan.
• Optional supplemental life insurance, pet insurance, and accident & critical illness insurance offered at a group discount rate.
• 401(k).
• Unlimited access to our award-winning online fitness, and wellness program.
• A great place to work, fast-paced, with terrific career growth

“The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Randa management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.”