What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Developer position at Wheeling-Nippon Steel?
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and versatile Program Developer with proficiency in both RPG and Java programming languages. The ideal candidate will have proven experience developing and maintaining applications on the IBM i (AS/400) platform. This role involves analyzing user requirements, designing robust solutions, and supporting business critical systems to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability.
- Design, develop, and test, and maintain applications written in RPG IV/ILE, Free-Form RPG and Java.
- Support and enhance legacy RPG programs and modern Java based applications.
- Work with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into functional specifications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business analyst, systems administrators and Production Control Team.
- Participate in code reviews and enforce best practices in programming and application design.
- Integrate IBM i applications with external systems via API's, web services and middleware.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application issues in a timely manner.
- Assist with database design, optimization, and maintenance using DB2 for i.
- Participate in system upgrades, backups, and disaster recovery planning.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 5 years of experience programming on the IBM i (AS/400) platform.
- Proficiency in RPG IV, ILE RPG, Free-Form RPG, and CL programming.
- Strong experience with Java, including object-oriented design ad enterprise application development.
- Familiarity with DB2 for i and SQL.
- Experience with source control and version management tools.
- Solid understanding of the IBM i environment, including job scheduling, libraries, and user profiles.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience integrating IBM i with web services (REST/SOAP).
- Familiarity with Eclipse, RDi (Rational Developer for i), or other modern development tools.
- Exposure to Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
- Understanding of modern DevOps practices and tools.
Standard office hours with occasional after-hours support as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Compensation Package:
- Yearly pay
Ability to Commute:
- Follansbee, WV 26037 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Follansbee, WV 26037: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $85,000