About the role
Why Join Fresche?
At Fresche Solutions, we don’t just maintain legacy systems; we transform them. For over a decade, we've been the leading partner for IBM i modernization and innovation. We offer a true work-from-anywhere (North America) model, prioritizing work-life balance and a culture where our values aren't just posters on a wall, they guide every technical decision we make.
The Impact You’ll Make
As a Senior RPG Programmer/Analyst, you will lead the analysis, design, development, and maintenance of business-critical IBM i applications. You are architecting solutions that help our clients bridge the gap between legacy reliability and modern efficiency – not just writing code.
You will work both independently and as part of a collaborative team, providing our clients with consulting services in support of their business applications systems.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Consult & Collaborate
Support our clients in resolving application issues, identify business needs, and deliver solutions throughout the full project life cycle.
Architect & Develop
Analyze, design, code, and test software applications using all versions of RPG and SQL.
Testing and Quality Assurance
Ensure program and application integrity through various testing phases (Unit, Integration, Smoke, etc.).
Document and Communicate
Translate system architecture into clear textual and visual documentation for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Quality Leadership
Capable of leading a small technical team when required. Lead code reviews for database and logic changes.
Modernize
Support our clients to transform legacy business applications into modern, scalable ILE applications.
What You Bring to the Table
Expertise
20+ years of proven experience with the IBM i (iSeries/AS/400) platform.
Advanced RPG
Mastery of various forms of RPG (especially RPGLE, including Free-form syntax and embedded SQL).
ERP / Package Experience
Proven hands-on experience with JDA/MMS (Mandatory).
Database Depth
Expert-level DB2 application programming and database design.
Modern Concepts
Deep understanding of ILE concepts (Modules, Service Programs, Binding Directories)
Change Management
Experience navigating structured deployment and version control processes.
Communication
Capable of verbal and written communication with various levels of client personnel. The ability to explain technical "why" to stakeholders in business terms and "how" to developers in technical terms.
Nice to Have
Application Packages
Experience with major IBM I ERP systems (Infor LX, BPCS, Infor XA, MAPICS, PRMS, JDE, Frontier, HFA, etc.)
Applications
Distribution, Manufacturing, Finance, Insurance.
Tooling
Experience with RDi (Rational Developer for i) or Eclipse-based IDEs.
Modern
DevOps: Familiarity with Git or SVN in an IBM i environment.
Analysis
Experience with Impact Analysis tools.
Integrations
Experience with integration solutions using APIs, JSON, XML and other integration tools such as GoAnywhere.
Ready to Transform the Industry?
We are looking for motivated, creative thinkers who thrive in fast-paced environments. If you’re committed to excellence and want to work with the best in the IBM i space, we want to hear from you.
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