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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director, IS Applications - **Company:** Crown Holdings, Inc. - **Location:** Yardley, PA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, IBM System I, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Business Systems, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cyber Security, Information Systems, Data Infrastructure, IBM DB2, Financial Software, IBM RPG (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows SDK, Microsoft Software, Microsoft Solutions Framework, Microsoft SQL Server, Power BI, SAP (Applications), Microsoft SharePoint, Software Engineering, SQL Server Reporting Services, SQL Server Integration Services, SQL Server Analysis Services, Systems Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, Microsoft Power Automate, Information Technology, Powerapps - **Published:** June 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=51db5b96d53ffc35 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Technology security practices?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * 7-10+ years of application development experience * 3-5+ years of leadership experience * Hands-on experience with IBMi and Microsoft technologies * Experience supporting and enhancing core business systems in an enterprise environment * Accountable for ensuring SOX-compliant development, change management , and system controls; must have hands-on experience operating in a SOX-controlled environment * Working knowledge of responsible AI and ability to apply AI tools (e.g., Copilot, automation, analytics) to improve processes while maintaining security and governance. * Must be a hands-on leader actively engaged in development and solutioning-not a purely oversight role Education * Bachelor's degree is required. A degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field preferred * Equivalent hands-on experience in IBMi and Microsoft application development will be considered ## Description We are seeking a hands-on Director of I.S. Applications to lead the development and support of core business systems , with a strong emphasis on IBMi (AS400) and Microsoft technologies . This role combines technical leadership and active delivery , ensuring stability of critical systems while driving practical modernization and integration across the enterprise. This is a hands-on leadership role -not an architect-only or strategy-only position., * Lead a team supporting and enhancing core enterprise applications across IBMi and Microsoft platforms * Oversee development, support, and delivery of solutions supporting plant and corporate operations * Drive improvements in system performance, reliability, and business processes * Lead integration across IBMi, Microsoft solutions, ERP (SAP), and EDI environments * Stay actively involved in solution design, troubleshooting, and delivery execution * Ensure all application development and changes meet SOX compliance requirements, including proper controls, documentation, and audit readiness Technology Focus * IBMi / AS400 (RPGLE, RPG-Free, CL, DB2) + Custom written Manufacturing, accounting and Customer Order Management systems + Infinium Financial Software + Business-to-Business via Trusted Link / IBM Sterling * Microsoft Platform: + Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) + .NET / C# + Azure (APIs, integrations) + SQL Server, SSIS, SSAS, SSRS (data platform & analytics) + Power BI + SharePoint ## Related Videos - [Data Fabric in Action - How to enhance a Stock Trading App with ML and Data Virtualization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/253-data-fabric-in-action-how-to-enhance-a-stock-trading-app-with-ml-and-data-virtualization) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Building with IBM Bob](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100275-building-with-ibm-bob) - [How to govern Vibe Coding for the Enterprise](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100290-how-to-govern-vibe-coding-for-the-enterprise) - [REST, GraphQL, gRPC, and more: A comparison of modern API styles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100247-rest-graphql-grpc-and-more-a-comparison-of-modern-api-styles) - [Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric: End-to-End Use Case with Data Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1547-data-analytics-with-microsoft-fabric-end-to-end-use-case-with-data-agents) ## Related Articles - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer)