Senior RPG Developer

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What You'll Get to Do

We are seeking a Senior RPG Developer to provide technical leadership and hands-on development for our IBM i (AS/400) based ERP platforms. This role is focused on modernizing legacy RPG applications using contemporary development practices, structured refactoring techniques, and AI-assisted development tools. The ideal candidate brings deep RPG expertise, mentors others, and helps drive long-term platform sustainability.

• Lead the design, development, and modernization of RPG ILE applications across our IBM i–based ERP platforms


• Refactor legacy fixed-format RPG into free-form, modular, and service-oriented code


• Use AI-assisted development tools to accelerate code comprehension, refactoring workflows, and documentation


• Establish, document, and champion development standards and best practices across the team


• Partner with business analysts and stakeholders to translate business needs into clean, effective technical solutions


• Design and support integrations, batch jobs, and ERP interfaces


• Perform advanced troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and production support


• Create and maintain technical documentation that makes life easier for the entire team


• Mentor junior and mid-level developers sharing knowledge, building capability, and raising the bar for the team

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of RPG ILE development experience (free-form strongly preferred)


• Strong experience with CL, DDS, and DB2 for i


• Deep understanding of IBM i job processing and batch environments


• Proven experience modernizing or refactoring legacy systems


• Familiarity with Git or modern source control workflows


• Exposure to or hands-on experience with AI-assisted coding tools


• Strong technical leadership and mentoring abilities


• Clear communicator with both technical and non-technical audiences


• Analytical, detail-oriented problem solver who can balance legacy support with forward-looking modernization


• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent professional experience

• Experience with Infor Infinium


• Background in ERP integrations, EDI, or file-based interfaces


• Familiarity with web services, APIs, SQL-centric design, or service programs


• Experience supporting multi-site ERP environments

What OBE Offers You

• Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee


• Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose


• Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses


• Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

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