AS400 Programmer/Analyst

We are seeking a Developer on IBM i Power Systems (AS400) to work on-site in our Detroit office. Must be well versed in RPG including RPG3 and ILE. Expert with internal and external printer files and database files.

• Must be an expert in Control Language programming.
• Applicant will be tested for iSeries technical skills.
• Must know IBM products; Query and SDA. A working knowledge of FTP, DDM, and Stream Files is important.
• Expertise in SQL should include both Interactive and RPGILE. Experience with non-IBM products; DBU and Hawkeye, is also required.
• A working knowledge of SDLC process with practical project management experience is expected.
• Must be able to gather user requirements, author user design documents, and develop technical design documents.
• Project planning skills are essential.
• Must be able to develop a quality assurance and formal test plan.
• Must also be able to author user documentation and be at ease conducting end user training sessions.
• Expertise with DB2/400 is also expected as well as the ability to trouble shoot database performance issues.
• System performance tuning, PTF, and Release Upgrades are also highly desirable.
• Familiarity with common iSeries hardware such as printers and tape drives is also expected.
• Requirements: Must be a self starter, highly motivated, and well organized.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Having the ability to work with members of other departments in both a team and one-on-one role is also required.
• Experience with third party consultants and software vendors is very important.
• Must have the ability to; quickly identify technical issues, work with management in developing an action plan, execute plan on schedule, and determine a measurement for success.
• Knowledge of Lawson financial software is a plus.
• Complete familiarity with Microsoft products; Word, Excel, Project, and Outlook is required.
• Familiarity with Visual Source Safe is desirable.
• Must be open to on call responsibilities.