BPCS Programmer/IBMi BPCS Technical Lead

Position: AS/400 Developer

Experience: 6+ Years

Work Mode: Remote

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced AS/400 Developer with strong hands-on experience in IBM i (AS/400) development. The ideal candidate should have solid expertise in RPG, CL, DDS, DB2/400, and SQL, along with experience in application development, maintenance, troubleshooting, and production support.

Key Responsibilities

* Design, develop, test, and maintain applications on the IBM i (AS/400) platform.

* Develop and maintain programs using RPG/ILE RPG, RPG IV, Free-Form RPG, CL, DDS, and SQL.

* Analyze business requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.

* Develop, enhance, and maintain application programs, modules, and interfaces.

* Write efficient SQL queries and perform SQL/database performance tuning.

* Work with DB2/400, Query/400, and related IBM i database technologies.

* Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application and production issues.

* Perform root-cause analysis and implement appropriate fixes.

* Integrate AS/400 applications with external systems using APIs, web services, flat files, and other interfaces.

* Participate in application enhancements, testing, deployment, and maintenance activities.

* Ensure code quality, performance, security, and adherence to development standards.

* Collaborate with functional teams and other technical teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions.

* Prepare and maintain technical documentation as required.

Required Skills

* 6+ years of hands-on experience in AS/400 / IBM i development.

* Strong expertise in RPG IV / ILE RPG / Free-Form RPG.

* Strong knowledge of CL/CLLE, DDS, DB2/400, and SQL.

* Experience with SQL queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning.

* Good understanding of IBM i architecture and application development.

* Experience in debugging and production support.

* Experience working with system interfaces, APIs, web services, and file handling.

* Knowledge of source/version control tools such as Git or SVN is an advantage.

* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.

* Good communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience working on enterprise-level AS/400 applications.

* Experience with application modernization or integration with modern technologies.

* Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

* Strong understanding of SDLC and software development best practices.

Work Mode

Remote Opportunity

Major

Accountabilities 

• At least 7+ years of hands-on development experience on LIFE ASIA / LIFE 400 and SMART/400 tools  
• Strong practical experience in developing, enhancing, and supporting AS/400-based applications in a production environment 
• Understand the big picture to define business capabilities and go forward roadmap. 
• Analyze and define user needs and translate them into requirements/ Business and Functional Requirement Document /data mapping documents. 
• Analyze and document how systems, processes, procedures, and clients will be impacted by future development with a focus on the links between processes and systems throughout the organization. 
• Create and/or provide comments into internal and external communications and user documentation. 
• Review and provide comments on business and technical documentation. 
• Support business on the roll-out of what has been developed with a focus on end-to-end validation. 
• Act in an advisory capacity as well as coach/mentor Business & Systems Analysts. 
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders influencing and sharing recommendations. 

Specialized

Knowledge 

• Experience in working with Insurance, Pensions or related financial institution and understand its business processes.  
• Knowledgeable in SDLC and Agile methodology.  
• Experienced in or excited to learn Agile way of working.  
• Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  
• Fast learner and can work under minimal supervision.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.  
• Attention to detail and Facilitation skills.  
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task.  
• Strong PC skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio.  
• Strong Knowledge on JIRA Cloud.  
• Experience in using Collaboration tools for e.g., MIRO 
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Computer Science or relevant field. 
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a business systems analyst. 
• Ability to translate complex ideas into simple language for non-technicians 
• Sharp problem-solving, analytical and innovation skills. 
• Solid technical background and skilled at developing releases for Upgrades, troubleshooting and implementation of new enhancements. 
• Keen leadership and project management skills, ability to drive projects from inception to completion. 

Soft Skills 

• Demonstrated problem solving, communication and organizational skills, a positive attitude, and the proven ability to negotiate and influence others to obtain desired results. Strong professional consulting skills 
• Ability to speak in business terms, as well as the ability to effectively communicate both internally and externally 
• Mature, confident, and performance-oriented 
• Capable of developing strong relationships with all levels of management 
• Must possess excellent problem-solving skills for large complicated and broad issues and able to work independently. 
• Able to work in a complex environment with a mix of technologies and different levels of IT maturities in each business unit. 

Education 

• Graduate (B.E. / B.Tech.) from a renowned University  
• 5- 7 years (Min: 5 years | Max: 7 years) of experience as a Business Systems Analyst.  
• Experience in insurance, finance and/or banking applications is preferred.