Senior IBM i Developer and technical lead with 38+ years of experience designing, developing, and supporting enterprise systems on IBM i (AS/400). Deep expertise in RPGLE (free-format, embedded SQL), EDI, MS SQL, REST APIs, and integration technologies. Strong background in technical project leadership, cross-functional communication, and modernization initiatives (APIs, PySpark,(Python) Microsoft Fabric). Proven ability to deliver stable production systems and automate reporting and notification workflows.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Platforms: IBM i (iSeries, AS/400), Windows, Unix
- Languages & DB: RPGLE (free-format), SQL, Embedded SQL, JavaScript, Python (PySpark)
- Integration & Messaging: REST APIs, RabbitMQ, EDI (transaction sets), FTP/SFTP, SMTP, IFS, MIME
- Attachments & Reporting: CSV/XLS attachments, Crystal Reports, MS SQL Server, open formats for spreadsheets
- Tools & Frameworks: Microsoft Fabric, VS Code / RDi, ROBOT (job scheduling)
- Reporting & Analysis: Crystal Reports, MS Excel, MS Visio, Hawkeye, Abstract Probe
- Project & Change Mgmt: MS Project, ARCAD, Implementor, Turnover, Agile/Waterfall experience, change management processes
Geographic Preferences:
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