iSeries Developer

Job Summary:The client is looking for an IBM iSeries Developer:iSeries is a server that supports mission-critical business applications by hosting several operating systems. It also has a unique ability to manage Microsoft Windows via the Integrated xSeries Adapter and Server. IBM i is an operating system developed by IBM for its midrange computer systems, namely Power Systems.

Responsibilities:A large retailer is seeking an iSeries Developer to sit remotely to support their internal applications development team. Currently, this team is supporting the Supply Chain organization by providing development surrounding an implementation of a 3rd party application into various 3PLs. This team is also supporting a team dedicated to expanding into international markets, requiring configurations and enhancements to support that expansion. The iSeries Developer will partner with the Systems Architects, Product Managers and Project Managers to deliver necessary changes to these systems. This position will be participating in Scrum meetings, but with limited communication with the businesses directly, it will require a person who can get up to speed quickly. This person will be working within the following technology environment: RPG IV, RPG LE, and RPG Free. May be responsible for checking their own work through basic SQL queries, and may also be involved in mapping exercises later on, so understanding basic root elements of XML would be preferable.Design, document, develop, test, and support new application functionality and integration of packaged solutions according to the technically specifications and within delivery timelinesWork with cross functional team members (Business Sponsors, Hardware / Infrastructure Engineers, Business Analysts and Operations) to develop systems designsUnderstand and apply generally accepted programming principles, standards and techniques to assure efficient program logic and data manipulation to solve business problemsEnsure that application software packages are installed and function according to published software specifications, operate efficiently, and are error freeMaintain technical knowledge of application systems analysis, design and development, including software package implementation and data base conceptsDemonstrate an understanding of application software technology, development methods and tools and their potential applicability to business problemsProvide production support; address technical issues for resolution and work with Manager and Business Sponsors on status of system issue resolutionMake technical recommendations for more efficient trouble shooting and issue resolutionAssess alternative software solutions for workability and technical feasibilityPerform feasibility studies to analyze cost/benefit tradeoffs and development timeframes of systems solutionsIdentify technical impact of proposed application development/enhancement projects and coordinate with IT colleaguesCommunicate project status to project leader and manage interdependenciesResponsible for providing "on call" and off hours support for production systems when assigned Qualifications:5+ years’ experience as an IBM iSeries DeveloperAbility to read and understand RPG 4, RPGLE or RPG FreeDB2, SQL, CL programming experienceBasic understanding of XML to support mapping exercises Plus:basic knowledge of IP (Island Pacific Merchandising system) and Manhattan PKMS

Key Skills

• SQL