System i / RPG Programmer

Tom James is the World’s largest manufacturer and retailer of made-to-order clothing and the engine behind one of the most established tailored clothing brands. As one of the few remaining vertically integrated clothing retailers-controlling the entire manufacturing process ‘from sheep to suit’ – we offer unparalleled value to those with an eye for quality.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, proactive individual to join our team. We desire a highly motivated and results-oriented individual. Qualified applicants must demonstrate the ability to learn quickly, understand the team’s goals and effectively prioritize their efforts.

Seeking an IBM iSeries (formerly AS/400) programmer in a well-established and growing company with offices in Franklin, TN.

Candidate will develop and maintain in-house RPG applications; maintain and upgrade purchased packages as needed; develop and maintain interfaces between in-house and purchased applications; and provide additional support as needed. This is a full time, on-site position.

Required Skills and Training

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with IBM I and minimum of 5 years of experience utilizing RPG/LE/Free-format, CLLE Programming, iSeries/SQL including embedded SQL in RPGLE programs and DDL structure.
• Advanced knowledge of SQL and relational databases
• Assistance with modernization procedures

Additional Desirable Skills or Training

• Experience with payroll and accounting application development and support
• Microsoft web technologies (ASP/ASPX/VBScript/ VB.NET ) or other web development experience
• Database administration and optimization
• Ability to research and analyze data