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# Junior RPGLE Developer

- **Company:** The Smart
- **Location:** Springfield, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** IBM System I, Business Software, Business Systems, Code Review, Software Debugging, IBM RPG (Programming Language), Standard Sql, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Git, Information Technology, Software Coding, Software Version Control
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c831558ddc7160bf

## About the Role

Knowledge and/or experience with administrative functions and or the IT industry would be helpful. Working knowledge of SQL - the ability to write SELECT statements with joins, filtering, grouping, and aggregation.

Abilities

Self-motivated and team oriented professional. Strong organizational, computer, and customer service skills required. Must possess excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills. Willingness and eagerness to learn a new language and platform (RPGLE / IBM i). Accurate typing at least 45 WPM.

Experience, Education, and Training

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Development, Information Technology, or a related field, OR equivalent hands-on experience (approximately 1 year) writing code
1 year coding in RPGLE
Exposure to IBM i, AS400, or legacy business systems
Familiarity with version control (Git) and basic software developm...

## Description

Learn and apply RPGLE (including free-format RPG) to maintain, enhance, and debug business applications on IBM i (AS400)
Write, test, and document code under the guidance of senior developers
Assist with troubleshooting and resolving application issues reported by end users
Participate in code reviews and follow established coding standards
Work with SQL/DB2 for i to query and update data
Collaborating with other developers to translate requirements into working solutions
Continue building proficiency in RPGLE and related IBM i tools (CL, DDS, SQL) through hands-on work and formal training