Highlights
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with stable systems while driving modernization initiatives with SQL, API and web service integrations, Visual Studio Code, and AI assisted development. Strong knowledge of relevant development environments, protocols, and programming languages associated with the iSeries, including RPG IV/ILE and RPG Free, SQL including imbedded SQL in RPG, CL.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Bedford Park, IL |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 1 to 9 employees |
| Year Founded | 1995 |
| Website | http://www.custom-it.com/ |
Description
This position will perform development, analysis, and maintenance activities on several key corporate applications. The ideal candidate will be an experienced RPG developer to help evolve and upgrade critical applications on our iSeries (AS/400) platform. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with stable systems while driving modernization initiatives with SQL, API and web service integrations, Visual Studio Code, and AI assisted development.
This candidate must be motivated and a self-starter who is able to work independently as well as within a team.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Enhance and support core business applications in RPG IV/ILE and Free form
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements, creating functional specifications for applications
- Conduct code reviews, perform unit testing, and coordinate with IT team members on development and QA tasks
- Create technical design documentation for assigned projects
- Implement and maintain development standards and deployment processes and procedures
- Contribute to modernization efforts using SQL, APIs/web services, and AI (i.e., ChatGPT, Claude)
- Assist with IT Help Desk tickets for production issues with business users and IT team as needed for timely resolution
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in existing applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Proven experience in full lifecycle delivery of complex systems, including requirements gathering, design, build, test, and deployment
- Strong knowledge of relevant development environments, protocols, and programming languages associated with the iSeries, including RPG IV/ILE and RPG Free, SQL including imbedded SQL in RPG, CL
- Experience with Visual Studio Code with IBM i related extensions a plus.
- Understanding of Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance principles and practices
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field preferred
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with stakeholders and IT team
About Company
Custom Business Solutions, a Certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise is a leader in information technology consulting and professional services specializing in the Southeastern Michigan and Mid-Michigan markets. Custom was founded in 1995 with two major goals: Develop long-term satisfied client relationships Develop long-term satisfied employee relationships
We solve our clients' business problems with solutions that create results commensurate with client expectations. We deliver these solutions in ways that make it easy for our customers to do business with us! Custom excels at the rapid implementation of business application solutions allowing us to deliver immediate value to our clients.
CUSTOM offers a wide variety of service options designed to provide our clients' flexible solutions and support. Custom provides skilled professionals with solid experience creating immediate value. Our company has developed a strong client base including industry leaders in insurance, healthcare, finance, accounting and public utilities.
At CUSTOM, we know the importance of talented people with the right technical skills. We understand being successful requires balance between exceptional interpersonal skills and technology. Taking these attributes into account, Custom is able to provide superior personalized service. This simple approach differentiates us from the competition. We call this the 'CUSTOM DIFFERENCE'.