RPG Developer

RPG Developer with experience maintaining and enhancing critical business systems (ideally WMS’s) is sought by a c500m turn over logistics and distribution business based in Birmingham.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, ambitious organisation where your work will have direct impact on core logistics and distribution processes.

As an RPG Developer, you will be joining a close knit, friendly team responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting applications on the IBM i platform that are integral to day to day business operations.

As the business moves into an exciting phase of growth this RPG Developer will given a clear growth trajectory into a more senior role if desired whilst still benefitting in the organisation’s commitment to the IBM tech stack., Developing and maintaining applications using strong RPG/ RPGLE skills Working with green screen (5250) interfaces

• Supporting and enhancing existing warehouse, distribution, and logistics systems
• Troubleshooting and resolving system issues
• Collaborating with internal teams to gather and refine requirements
• Contributing to system improvements and modernisation initiatives where appropriate

Proven experience working on IBM i / AS400 platforms

• Strong RPG / RPGLE development skills (RPG
• Experience with DB2 for i
• Familiarity with CL programming
• Familiarity with Warehouse management systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with non-technical stakeholders
• Exposure to modernisation projects (e.g. API integration, web front ends)
• Supporting integration and modernisation initiatives (APIs, new front-end technologies, etc.)
• Troubleshooting complex issues and ensuring system reliability
• Any ILS/ CGAS exposure would be useful, * Attention to Detail
• Code Review
• Communication Skills
• Debugging
• IBM RPG Programming
• IBM Systems & Technologies
• Problem Solving
• Requirements Analysis
• SQL Databases
• Teamwork

This RPG Developer will receive a starting salary of up to £60,000 plus hybrid flexible working (two days a week on-site), clear progression pathway to a lead role plus private pension, bonus, 25 days holiday and flexible working hours.