IBM IDeveloper / EDI Integration Specialist

Our client is seeking a highly skilled IBM i Developer & EDI Integration Specialist to support and modernize critical enterprise applications on the IBM i platform. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of legacy IBM i systems and modern digital integrations, ensuring seamless connectivity across supply chain, e-commerce, and logistics platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain applications on the IBM i platform using RPG IV, RPGLE, Free-Format RPG, SQLRPGLE, CL, and SQL.
• Perform EDI integrations, including mapping, translation, partner onboarding, and transaction management for transaction sets such as 850, 855, 856, 810, and 852.
• Integrate IBM i applications with modern systems using REST APIs, JSON, XML, and web services.
• Utilize FTP/SFTP, AS2 protocols, and third-party EDI tools such as Cleo and Extol.
• Support critical business functions related to orders, inventory, logistics, shipping, and financial transactions.
• Troubleshoot and support IBM i production environments.
• Contribute to strategic modernization initiatives and process improvements.

Requirements

• Over 10 years of hands-on experience with IBM i / AS400 systems, focusing on application development and system support.
• Proficiency in RPG IV, RPGLE, Free-Format RPG, SQLRPGLE, CL, and SQL for application development and database modifications.
• Extensive experience with EDI technologies, including mapping, translation, partner onboarding, and transaction management.
• Strong expertise in integrating IBM i applications with modern systems using REST APIs, JSON, XML, and web services.
• Solid SQL and relational database development abilities.
• Onsite presence at the designated location in Bayonne, NJ.

Nice to Have

• Experience integrating with e-commerce platforms such as Shopify.
• Familiarity with FedEx, UPS, SAP, and 3PL logistics systems.
• Knowledge of modern IDEs like VS Code and Code for i.
• Exposure to IBM i system administration tasks, including OS upgrades, PTF management, security, and hardware migrations.
• Background in retail, manufacturing, wholesale distribution, or supply chain industries.
• Understanding of DevOps practices or cloud integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Senior/Principal-level IBM i professional with 25+ years of experience is highly preferred.

Candidates should be prepared to collaborate closely with business stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams to deliver reliable and scalable solutions. A proactive approach to modernization and process improvement is highly valued.