IBM i Developer

IBM I Developer with experience maintaining and enhancing critical business systems is sought by a 400m to logistics and distribution business based in Birmingham.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, well-established organisation where your work will have direct impact on core logistics and distribution processes.

As an IBM i Developer, you will be joining a close knit, friendly team responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting legacy applications on the IBM i platform that are integral to day to day business operations.

Key responsibilities include:

- Developing and maintaining applications using RPG (RPG III / RPG IV / ILE RPG)
- Working with green screen (5250) interfaces
- Supporting and enhancing existing warehouse, distribution, and logistics systems
- Troubleshooting and resolving system issues
- Collaborating with internal teams to gather and refine requirements
- Contributing to system improvements and modernisation initiatives where appropriate

This IBM I Developer based near Birmingham should have most of the following key skills:

- Proven experience working on IBM i / AS400 platforms
- Strong RPG development skills (RPG IV / ILE preferred)
- Experience with DB2 for i
- Familiarity with CL programming
- Experience supporting legacy systems in a business-critical environment
- Strong communication skills and ability to engage with non-technical stakeholders
- Any experience working on manufacturing, distribution or logistics would be a plus
- Exposure to modernisation projects (e.g. API integration, web front ends)
- Supporting integration and modernisation initiatives (APIs, new front-end technologies, etc.)
- Troubleshooting complex issues and ensuring system reliability

This IBM I Developer will receive a starting salary of up to £65,000 plus hybrid flexible working (two days a week on-site), clear progression pathway to a lead role plus private pension, 25 days holiday and flexible working hours.

So if you are a IBM I Developer who wants to join a well established yet forward looking business with a clear progression pathway please apply now to be considered.

IBM I Developer
Birmingham