IBM i Senior Programmer Analyst
Summary
Senior IBM i developer at R2i responsible for production support, incident resolution, and the evolution and maintenance of IBM iSeries systems. Day-to-day work centers on RPG IV/LE, CLP, SQL, and DB2 for i, with additional exposure to XML, HTML, JavaScript, web services, and EDI.
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R2i’s head office is located in Montreal, and we also have an office in Markham. However, remote work is allowed at all times and remains entirely your choice.
Does a career with a company that encourages work-life balance, promotes continuous learning and knows how to have fun appeal to you? Keep reading and you'll see, the IBM I Senior Analyst Programmer position could be just the job for you!
Summary
Reporting to the IBM i Development Director, the Senior IBM i Programmer Analyst will ensure production follow-ups, analysis and resolution of production incidents and actively participate in the development of improvements and projects.
Main responsibilities:
- Participate in the evolution and maintenance of existing systems;
- Plan and carry out activities related to the realization of projects;
- Produce development project artifacts;
- Produce evaluations of analysis and development efforts;
- Write and update functional and technical specifications;
- Write unit and integrated test specifications;
- Develop and implement enhancements and projects;
- Ensure effective user support;
- Support and advise less experienced developers;
- Apply best practices in software development;
- Be available for remote support outside of normal working hours on a rotating basis with other team members;
- Write and update documentation related to ISO standards;
- Inform the project manager about potential risks;
Profile required
- DEC or Bachelor's degree in management information systems, computer systems, information or a related field;
- Minimum of 10 years of hands-on programming experience on IBM iSeries, AS400, RPG IV, RPGLE, RPG/II, CLP, SQL, Database : DB2 for i;
- Experience with XML, HTML and JavaScript would be beneficial;
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills;
- Leadership and negotiation skills;
- Ability to communicate effectively at all hierarchical levels ;
- Ability to make complex information accessible;
- Responsible and autonomous in carrying out mandates;
- Ability to work in both French and English (spoken and written). The job requires proficiency in English at a professional level. The candidate will interact on a weekly basis either with R2i (2) offices in Ontario or with various English-speaking customers or business partners.;
Required knowledge and skills
- Excellent organizational skills;
- Good knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite;
- Knowledge of: ERP Maestro (an asset)
- Knowledge of Web services (SOAP, REST), RDi, EDI (an asset)
- Knowledge of Cobol (an asset)
Skills and personal characteristics
- Strong sense of priorities and respect for deadlines;
- Discretion and respect for confidentiality;
- Professionalism, thoroughness, attention to detail and work ethic;
- Integrity, honesty and transparency;
WHY CHOOSE US?
What if R2i could make you feel at home, with colleagues who stimulate and complement you? In addition to a full salary, we offer competitive benefits. This permanent, full-time position will give you access to
- A flexible schedule, permanent position and a great work/life balance.
- The ability to work remotely.
- Numerous learning and development opportunities.
- Events organized by an active social committee.
- Benefits: comprehensive group insurance, voluntary participation RRSP/TFSA and competitive salaries.
The use of the masculine gender has been adopted forease of reading and has no discriminatory intent. Only selected candidates willbe contacted.