IBM i Programmer Analyst

Job Description

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Does a career within a company that encourages work-life balance, promotes continuous learning and knows how to have fun sound good to you?

Keep reading and discover how a IBM i Programmer Analyst role might just be your dream job, here at R2i!

Summary

Reporting to the IBM i Development Director, the Senior IBM i Programmer Analyst is responsible for production follow-ups, analysis and resolution of production incidents and actively participates in the development of improvements and projects.

Main responsibilities :

• Participate in the evolution and maintenance of existing systems;
• Participate in the development of technical analyses;
• Develop and implement improvements and projects;
• Write and execute unit and integrated test specifications;
• Write and update documentation;
• Analyze submitted issues and suggest fixes;
• Be available for remote support outside of normal working hours on a rotating basis with other team members.
• Apply best practices in software development;

Required profile

• DEC or Bachelor's degree in management information systems, computer systems, information or a related field;
• Minimum of 5 years of practical programming experience on IBM iSeries, AS400, RPG IV, RPGLE, CLP, SQL, Database : DB2 for i;
• Knowledge of Maestro ERP would be an asset;
• Experience with XML, HTML and JavaScript would be beneficial;
• Proven problem solving and analytical skills;
• Ability to communicate effectively;
• Ability to make complex information accessible;
• 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 permanent schedule 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 an online health referral platform for the entire family, and competitive salaries.

The use of the masculine gender has been adopted for ease of reading and has no discriminatory intent. Only selected candidates will be contacted.