RPG Developer

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JOB TITLE: RPG Developer

EMPLOYMENT TYPE/DURATION:6+months contract to hire

COMPENSATION: $50-$60/hour

LOCATION DETAILS: Remote-- PST times

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The RPG Developer III plays an important role in the organization by performing a number of activities related to the company’s Information Technology functions. The role is primarily responsible, with limited direction, for the design, maintenance, and implementation of in-house applications created using Websmart, RPG (all levels) and CL/CLLE on an IBMi platform. The RPG Developer III also collaborates with business partners, business analysts, and peers to document business requirements, diagnose problems, and understand requested enhancements, translating findings into technical specifications.

Essential Functions:

Analyze, design, develop, test and maintain current in-house software applications for our existing systems using a variety of technical platforms and languages including Websmart (PML,HTML,Javascript,jQuery,Bootstrap,CSS), RPG (all versions) and CLLE on an IBM System i platform.

Work on large projects, collaborating with users, Business Analysts, and other IT teammates to develop technical specifications that capture the impact of proposed changes on all applications, systems, and databases.

Create and use binding directories, binder source, prototypes, prototype interfaces, sub-procedures, stored procedures and service programs.

Apply knowledge of data centric architecture, design, programming, and performance to update programs and resolve problems.

Apply knowledge and help manage projects using project management, and change management software tools.

Work with the Support Desk, Training and our business partners to troubleshoot and resolving application system errors.

Identify and pursue new and evolving technologies; evaluate potential impact to the business and provide management with insight and recommendations.

Demonstrate a high level of personal commitment and accountability to the business with a focus on quality and customer service.

Work in a team environment, and communicate positively with team members, peers, customers, and vendors.

Provide time tracking and project feedback data to the Project Management Office and management.

Qualifications:

High school degree preferred, along with a minimum of five years total “hands-on” RPG programming and development experience working on multiple projects of high complexity, preferably in the financial services or mortgage servicing industries.

Expert knowledge and fluency with:

All aspects and versions of RPG and CL on the IBMi.

Binding directories, binder source, prototypes, sub-procedures, appropriate activation group usage, and service programs

DB2 native commands, security and access, SQL, SEQUEL, DDM, data centric architecture, design and performance tuning.

Use of embedded SQL, stored procedures, web services, and API’s

General knowledge of FTP, SFTP and XML.

General knowledge of Websmart, HTML, javascript, CSS, jQuery, and Bootstrap

Highly detail-oriented and highly organized; as well as strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment; strong sense of urgency and responsiveness.

Ability to think critically, including the ability to evaluate facts and data to draw conclusions, determine the downstream impact of decisions and associated risks.

Ethical, team player, with a commitment to company values.

If you have questions about the position interested in this opportunity, please contact Dana More at with updated resume and contact information.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term disability insurance, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs which are direct hire to a client

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