Senior IBM Developer (RPG/ILE Coding & VAI Systems)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior IBM Developer with a strong background in RPG coding to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in RPG development, along with expertise in the VAI System 2000 platform, database administration, and reporting/analytics. Experience with VAI Warehouse Management Systems and analytics reporting is a plus. This role is integral to developing and supporting critical systems within the manufacturing and distribution industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain IBM RPG-based applications and systems for various business functions.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior developers, ensuring high-quality code and efficient development processes.
• Implement and optimize applications on the VAI System 2000 platform, ensuring system integration and performance.
• Oversee and participate in database administration tasks, including the design, optimization, and troubleshooting of databases (primarily SQL).
• Develop and maintain reporting and analytics solutions for business stakeholders, including custom reports and data extraction tools.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver software solutions that meet business needs.
• Continuously improve system functionality and performance, troubleshooting and resolving issues as they arise.
• Guide best practices and ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Support the manufacturing and distribution operations with software solutions that enhance business processes.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in IBM RPG development including RPGLE, RPGSQL,  CL (Control Language)
• Proven experience in database administration (DB2, SQL) and optimization.
• Solid understanding of reporting and analytics development, including custom reports and data extraction.
• Deep knowledge of the manufacturing and distribution industry, with the ability to understand and translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and optimize applications and systems.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to mentor junior developers and provide technical leadership within the team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in VAI System 2000 platform.
• Experience with the VAI System 2000 solution including CRM, Warehouse Management Platform and Analytics packages
• Familiarity with advanced reporting and analytics tools and frameworks.
• Experience with additional programming languages or platforms (e.g., Java, Python) is a plus.
• Knowledge of industry-specific best practices for software development and system integration in the manufacturing and distribution sectors.

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