Program Analyst II

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain IBM i applications using RPG Free Format and other related technologies.
• Analyze, design, code, test, and implement new and existing applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application and system issues.
• Work with business users to gather requirements and provide technical solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate IBM i applications with other systems.
• Ensure code quality, security, and performance standards are met.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.

Competencies

• Ability to identify and solve complex problems.
• Ability to have effective communication skills.
• Possess skills to monitor technology trends and provide recommendations on recent technologies that could enhance program effectiveness.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative nature.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to work with the fingers.

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in IBM i development.
• Strong proficiency in RPG Free Format (RPGLE), including modular and service program design.
• Experience with embedded SQL, CLLE, DDS, and DB2 on IBM i.
• Familiarity with legacy RPG III/400 is a plus.
• Knowledge of job scheduling, data queues, and message handling on IBM i.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle and version control systems.

Preferred Education Or Experience

• Experience integrating IBM i with APIs or web services (REST/SOAP).
• Familiarity with modernization tools or frameworks (e.g., Profound UI, LANSA, etc.).
• Knowledge of ERP systems.
• Exposure to agile or DevOps environments.

Computer Operations

• Basic personal computer skills including electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.