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Job description
Senior iSeries Developer (IBM i / AS400) | Hybrid in Bedford Park, IL
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Overview
A well-established auto and homeowners insurance carrier is seeking an experienced Senior iSeries Developer to join its technology team. This individual will play a key role in supporting, enhancing, and modernizing business-critical applications that support core insurance operations, including policy administration, billing, underwriting, claims, and reporting.
The ideal candidate will have strong IBM i development experience and be comfortable working in a collaborative environment that values both the stability of proven systems and the adoption of modern technologies. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to modernization initiatives involving SQL, APIs, web services, Visual Studio Code, and AI-assisted development tools while maintaining mission-critical RPG applications.
Responsibilities
Enhance, maintain, and support core business applications developed on the IBM i (AS/400) platform using RPG IV/ILE and RPG Free.
Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support.
Work closely with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and create functional and technical specifications.
Conduct code reviews, unit testing, and collaborate with development and QA teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
Develop and maintain technical documentation for assigned projects and system enhancements.
Support and promote development standards, coding best practices, deployment processes, and change management procedures.
Contribute to application modernization efforts through the use of SQL, embedded SQL, APIs, web services, and modern IBM i development tools.
Utilize AI-assisted development tools such as ChatGPT and Claude to improve productivity and accelerate development initiatives.
Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, production incidents, and user-reported defects in a timely manner.
Partner with internal IT teams and business users to support critical insurance applications and operational processes.
Assist with Help Desk escalations and production support activities as needed.
Identify opportunities to improve system performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability.
Required Qualifications
Proven experience delivering complex applications through the full software development lifecycle.
Strong IBM i / AS400 development background.
Hands-on experience with:
RPG IV/ILE
RPG Free
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SQL
Embedded SQL in RPG
Experience developing and supporting business-critical enterprise applications.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams and business stakeholders.
Experience working independently while also collaborating within a team environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality software delivery.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using Visual Studio Code and IBM i development extensions.
Experience designing and consuming APIs and web services.
Experience participating in application modernization initiatives.
Understanding of personal lines insurance, including auto and homeowners insurance operations.
Knowledge of policy administration, billing, underwriting, claims, or related insurance systems.
Experience utilizing AI-assisted development tools within the software development process.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
Why This Opportunity?
Join a financially stable and growing insurance organization.
Work on highly visible systems that support core insurance operations.
Opportunity to balance traditional IBM i development with modernization initiatives.
Exposure to modern integration technologies, APIs, SQL-driven development, and AI-assisted programming tools.
Collaborative team environment with long-term career growth potential.
Strong emphasis on professional development and technology investment. xhqgsiq
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 base salary
Compensation will be based on experience, technical expertise, education, certifications, and overall qualifications.
Benefits may include:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Telemedicine services
Paid time off and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Employee wellness programs
Additional company-sponsored events and employee perks
Worksite address
bedford park, IL, 60499, US
Who can apply
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