AS400 Developer
Posted 7 days ago by 1755586353
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA
Summary: We are looking for a skilled AS400 Developer to join our IT team, focusing on supporting and enhancing legacy AS400/iSeries systems during a transition to SAP across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in IBM iSeries development, particularly in RPG IV/ILE, CL, and DB2/400. This role is critical for ensuring the smooth operation of existing systems while adapting to new business requirements. The position is fully remote and offers a duration of over nine months with potential extensions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain applications on the AS400 platform using RPG IV/ILE, CL, and SQL.
- Translate business requirements into scalable and efficient technical solutions.
- Conduct system analysis, coding, debugging, and documentation.
- Enhance and support existing legacy applications to meet evolving business needs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Business Analysts, QA, and fellow Developers.
- Troubleshoot and resolve application and production issues in a timely manner.
- Participate in peer code reviews and ensure compliance with development standards.
- Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and provide user training/support when necessary.
Key Skills:
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in AS400/iSeries development.
- Proficient in RPG IV/ILE, CL, SQL, and DB2/400.
- Deep understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Experience with database design, data modeling, and performance tuning on DB2/400.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Job Title: AS400 Developer Location: 100% Remote
Duration: 9+ Months with possible extensions
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented AS400 Developer to join our IT team. This role is essential for supporting and enhancing our legacy AS400/iSeries systems as we prepare for a major transition to SAP across 50 plant locations. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in IBM iSeries development, with a solid background in RPG IV/ILE, CL, and DB2/400.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain applications on the AS400 platform using RPG IV/ILE, CL, and SQL.
- Translate business requirements into scalable and efficient technical solutions.
- Conduct system analysis, coding, debugging, and documentation.
- Enhance and support existing legacy applications to meet evolving business needs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Business Analysts, QA, and fellow Developers.
- Troubleshoot and resolve application and production issues in a timely manner.
- Participate in peer code reviews and ensure compliance with development standards.
- Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and provide user training/support when necessary.
Qualifications - Required:
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in AS400/iSeries development.
- Proficient in RPG IV/ILE, CL, SQL, and DB2/400.
- Deep understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Experience with database design, data modeling, and performance tuning on DB2/400.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
Additional Notes:
- This role will primarily support our legacy AS400 system which is in the process of being replaced by SAP.
- SAP transition is planned in three waves:
- Wave 1: November 2025
- Wave 2: February 2026
- Wave 3: May 2026
Screening Requirements:
- Must pass a background check (no additional checks required).