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IBM i (AS/400) RPG Developer — Enterprise IT Services & Legacy Systems Modernization
We operate in the Enterprise IT Services and Legacy Systems Modernization sector, delivering mission-critical application development, maintenance and modernization for large enterprises across manufacturing, distribution, logistics and financial services. We support on-premise and hybrid IBM i (AS/400) environments and partner with clients to modernize workflows, integrate APIs and stabilize production systems.Role & Responsibilities
  • Design, develop and maintain RPG-based applications on IBM i (AS/400) to support business-critical transaction processing and batch jobs.
  • Implement and optimize DB2 for i SQL queries, stored procedures and file designs to improve performance and data integrity.
  • Troubleshoot production incidents, perform root-cause analysis and deploy fixes following change-control procedures.
  • Collaborate with functional analysts and QA to translate requirements into stable 5250 screens, APIs or integration points.
  • Lead code refactoring and modernization efforts (ILE RPG migration, modularization, API enablement) to reduce technical debt.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, unit tests and deployment scripts; support on-site cutovers and knowledge transfer.

Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have

  • Proven experience developing and maintaining applications on IBM i (AS/400) using RPG IV or ILE RPG.
  • Strong DB2 for i and SQL/400 skills for query tuning, stored procedures and data modeling.
  • Hands-on experience with CL programming and 5250/green-screen application flows.
  • Familiarity with Rational Developer for i (RDi) or similar IBM i IDEs and IBM i Access tools.
  • Solid debugging, performance tuning and production support experience in IBM i environments.
  • On-site availability in India and ability to work closely with operations and business stakeholders.

Preferred

  • Experience with API enablement on IBM i or integration via MQ/REST frameworks.
  • Exposure to modernization initiatives: web front-ends, Java integration or containerized connectors.
  • Experience with automated build/deploy processes and unit/acceptance testing for IBM i code.
Benefits & Culture Highlights
  • Hands-on role on stable, high-impact enterprise systems with clear visibility to business outcomes.
  • Opportunities to lead modernization projects and mentor junior IBM i developers.
  • Professional development focus with technical training and on-site collaboration.

Location & Workplace:

On-site — India. This role requires presence at client or delivery center locations for development, support and cutovers.Primary title (optimized for job platforms): IBM i (AS/400) RPG Developer
Skills: cl programming,as400,rpg

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