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RPG Programmer ERP Systems
Full-Time Opportunity
Brooklyn, New York - 1000 Pennsylvania . Ave
Need local profiles only
On-Site / Hybrid Options
--MUST HAVE As/400 experience
--MUST HAVE RETAIL EXPERIENCE
--any ERP experience in a retail firm is good
--company is using ISLAND PACIFIC
Position Summary:
Rainbow Shops is seeking a highly skilled RPG Programmer to support, maintain, and enhance our core ERP systems primarily Island Pacific within a dynamic retail environment. This role is critical in ensuring the smooth operation of our enterprise applications and infrastructure, supporting day-to-day user issues, and managing ongoing development and integration projects.
The ideal candidate will have deep experience with RPG programming in an IBM i (iSeries/AS400) environment, a solid understanding of retail business operations, and the ability to work closely with end users, internal IT leadership, and external vendors. Experience with Lawson ERP and eCommerce environments is a strong plus.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day support for ERP systems, resolving user-reported issues quickly and efficiently.
- Develop, modify, and maintain applications using RPG (RPG IV, RPG Free, ILE), CL, and embedded SQL on the IBM iSeries platform.
- Collaborate with business users and IT leadership to define requirements, document solutions, and deliver enhancements.
- Work under the direction of the VP of IT and IT Programming Manager to manage approved programming projects and change requests.
- Interface with external consultants and vendors to ensure successful project delivery and support.
- Manage and track assigned projects, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
- Create and maintain system documentation, technical specifications, and change control records.
Qualifications:
Experience:
- 10+ years of experience in RPG programming in an IBM iSeries (AS/400) environment.
- Strong working knowledge of Island Pacific ERP; Lawson ERP experience is a plus.
- Familiarity with i5/OS, iSeries networking, and PC-based environments (Windows, MS Office, Lotus Notes).
- Proven experience supporting systems in a multi-outlet retail chain; eCommerce integration experience is highly desirable.
- Experience using tools and techniques including RLU, SDA, subfile programming, RPG Free Format, ILE, embedded SQL, FTP/SFTP, PGP encryption, overlays/page segments, and Avery label/barcode printers.
Skills:
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
- Fluent in customer service and able to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical users.
- Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Experience with change control/version management systems.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment