RPG Developer

Key Responsibilities :

- Develop, maintain, and enhance applications using RPG (RPG III/IV, ILE RPG, or Free Format RPG) on IBM i (AS/400) systems.

- Analyze business requirements related to supply chain functions such as procurement, inventory management, logistics, and order fulfillment.

- Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to translate functional requirements into technical specifications.

- Support and optimize existing supply chain modules, ensuring high performance and reliability.

- Perform debugging, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis of system issues.

- Integrate RPG applications with other enterprise systems, including ERP and warehouse management systems.

- Write and maintain technical documentation, including program logic, workflows, and system changes.

- Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.

- Assist in system testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and deployment activities.

- Provide production support and ensure minimal downtime for critical operations.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

- 3 - 8 years of hands-on experience in RPG development on IBM i (AS/400).

- Strong knowledge of supply chain business processes (inventory, procurement, logistics, distribution).

- Experience with DB2/400 database, CL programming, and SQL.

- Familiarity with ERP systems and their supply chain modules.

- Ability to read and understand legacy code and modernize where required.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Good understanding of system integration techniques and APIs is a plus.

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Experience with modern RPG (Free Format) and exposure to web services integration.

- Knowledge of EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) in supply chain environments.

- Familiarity with Agile or Scrum development methodologies.

- Exposure to DevOps practices and version control tools.

Key Competencies :

- Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills.

- Continuous learning mindset and adaptability to new technologies.