What are the responsibilities and job description for the IBM i Developer / Systems Analyst position at Kube-Pak?
We’re looking for an IBM i Developer / Systems Analyst to join our growing IT team. You’ll work alongside an experienced IT Manager, building and improving business-critical applications that keep our operation running. If you’re a developer who enjoys solving real-world challenges and learning both legacy and modern systems, this is a great fit.
What You’ll Do
- Develop, enhance, and maintain IBM i applications in RPG Free, CL/CLLE, and SQL.
- Support modules covering Order Management, Production, Inventory, Customer Management, Trucking, and Accounting.
- Collaborate with business users and offshore resources on requirements and testing.
- Help integrate internal and external systems using APIs (XML, JSON, REST).
- Assist with system administration tasks, backups, and monitoring under the IT Manager’s guidance.
- Participate in modernization projects connecting IBM i with cloud and web applications.
Why Join Kube-Pak
- Work directly with a senior developer who will mentor you in IBM i and enterprise system architecture.
- Get hands-on experience modernizing real-world applications used every day in a dynamic greenhouse operation.
- Be part of a close-knit, on-site team where your work has immediate impact.
- Opportunity to grow into senior developer or IT leadership roles as our systems evolve.
Work Environment
This is an on-site position at our Allentown, NJ facility. Candidates must be comfortable working in person within a collaborative team setting.
- 2 years of IBM i / RPG development experience (professional, academic, or internship).
- Proficiency in RPG Free, SQL, and CL/CLLE; familiarity with RDi and service programs.
- Solid understanding of relational databases and stored procedures.
- Curiosity about newer technologies—Python, PHP, JavaScript, REST APIs—and how they connect to legacy systems.
- Basic knowledge of Windows or Linux environments and networking.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and eagerness to learn.
Benefits include Medical and Dental coverage, paid time off, and competitive salary. Kube-Pak also offers a Profit Sharing plan.