AS400 RPG Developer

Job Title: AS400 RPG Developer (Contractual)Location: RemoteJob Type: Contractual basisDuration: 6 months extendable Experience: 5+ yearsWork Timings: 03:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Job Description

The AS400 RPG Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining applications on the AS400 platform using RPG IV. This role involves working closely with business analysts, end-users, and other developers to gather requirements, develop solutions, and ensure the delivery of high-quality software that meets the needs of the business. The developer will work off-shore with a required overlap of 4 hours with Eastern Time Zone (ET) to facilitate communication and collaboration.

Primary Responsibilities:• Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.• Application Development: Design, develop, test, and deploy AS400 applications using RPG, RPGLE, CL, and other relevant languages and tools.• System Maintenance: Maintain and enhance existing AS400 applications to improve functionality, fix issues, and ensure optimal performance.• Code Review and Testing: Conduct code reviews, write unit tests, and participate in system testing to ensure the reliability and quality of the applications.• Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation for all developed applications and systems, ensuring clear and accurate records of system design and functionality.• Support: Provide technical support and troubleshooting for AS400 applications, resolving issues promptly to minimize downtime and disruption.• Performance Optimization: Analyze system performance and implement improvements to optimize efficiency and scalability.• Compliance and Security: Ensure that all applications comply with industry standards, company policies, and security requirements.Experience:• Minimum of 5 years of experience in AS400 application development using RPG, RPGLE, CL.• Strong SQL experience is a must.• Experience with database design and management on the AS400 platform (DB2 for iSeries). • Strong understanding of hierarchical databases• Familiarity with integrated development environments (IDEs) for AS400• Experience with web services and APIs on the AS400 platform is a plus.

Nice to have Qualifications• Knowledge of Java• Knowledge of OpenText technologies• Familiarity with JD Edwards ERP• Understanding of EDI data exchange• Experience in the distribution business.

Key Skills

• SQL