EDI Developer

Build, modify, and test maps in the Sterling B2Bi Map Editor between EDI (X12) and positional flat files.

Write and maintain extended rules, standard rules, code lists, and lookups within maps.

Compile, check in, and version translation objects (.txo) following team release procedures.

Map common transaction sets such as 850, 855, 856, 810, 820, 940, 945, and 997.

Help onboard new trading partners: review partner specs and implementation guides, set up envelopes and partner records, and run end-to-end tests.

Monitor business processes and translation errors in the B2Bi dashboard; triage failed transactions and escalate when needed.

Make small changes to existing business processes (BPML) with guidance from senior developers.

2-5 years of experience in EDI, B2B integration, or a related technical role.

Working knowledge of ANSI X12, including segments, elements, loops, and envelopes (ISA/GS/ST).

Comfort reading data layouts and translating business requirements into field-level mappings.

Basic SQL for querying and validating data.

Familiarity with XML structure and schemas.

Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing.

Clear written communication for documenting specs and working with trading partners.

Associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience in IT, computer science, or a related field.

Preferred qualifications

Hands-on experience with the IBM Sterling B2Bi Map Editor, even in a training or lab environment.

Exposure to Sterling B2Bi business processes, the Graphical Process Modeler, or Sterling File Gateway.

Understanding of communication protocols like AS2, SFTP, and FTP/S.

Experience with another EDI translator (e.g., Gentran, TrustedLink, Cleo, or OpenText).

Basic scripting or programming (Java, JavaScript, Python, or shell).