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# IBM i / RPG Developer

- **Company:** Motion Recruitment Partners LLC.
- **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Accounting Systems, IBM System I, Business Software, Business Systems, COBOL (Programming Language), IBM DB2, Human-Computer Interaction, IBM RPG (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Web Applications, Warehouse Management Systems, Data Pipelines
- **Published:** October 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/cb9c8119-2c15-493f-bafc-0b437895c8c8

## About the Role

* 3+ years of RPG development experience (RPG III, RPG IV, and/or Free-Form RPG)
 * Experience developing applications on IBM i Series / AS400 platforms
 * Working knowledge of COBOL development
 * Experience supporting or enhancing business-critical applications
 * Strong understanding of inventory, logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, or accounting systems

Desired Skills & Experience

 * Experience within logistics, transportation, distribution, or supply chain environments
 * Exposure to EDI, warehouse management systems, or inventory control applications
 * Knowledge of DB2 on IBM i
 * Experience with system integrations and data processing workflows
 * Strong communication skills and ability to work independently

## Description

A well-established third-party logistics (3PL) organization located in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking an experienced IBM i / RPG Developer to join their team full-time in a fully onsite capacity. This company supports large-scale distribution, shipping, inventory, and warehouse operations for nationally recognized customers and relies heavily on IBM i (AS/400) technology to power critical business applications. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience in RPG III, RPG IV, Free-Form RPG, IBM i Series / AS400, and COBOL development who enjoy working on core business systems rather than modern web-based applications.

What makes this opportunity stand out is the company's exceptional stability and culture. With extremely low employee turnover and a highly autonomous work environment, developers are given the freedom to own their work, contribute directly to business operations, and become long-term members of the team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys solving complex business problems in areas such as logistics, warehousing, inventory management, manufacturing, accounting, and supply chain operations while working with proven enterprise technologies., Tech Breakdown

 * 60% RPG Development (RPG III / RPG IV / Free-Form)
 * 25% IBM i / AS400 Application Development & Support
 * 15% COBOL Development and Maintenance

Daily Responsibilities

 * 80% Hands-On Development & Application Support
 * 20% Team Collaboration & Business User Interaction