Senior IBM i / AS400 RPG Architect - Hybrid
Important Disclaimers:
**Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.**
In this role, you will:
- Lead the design and implementation of technical solutions using AS/400 Utilities and RPG to meet business requirements.
- Oversee the development and maintenance of applications using AS400/COBOL and CLP to ensure optimal performance.
- Perform various analytical, technical, and administrative activities in the development, implementation, and support of in-house and vendor-developed software
- IIdentify, analyze, and document business needs and system requirements by conferring with staff or users.
- Develop, modify, maintain, test, and install applications to meet business requirements.
- Code and debug programs in accordance with systems design and technical specifications.
- Perform ongoing systems maintenance of custom applications to ensure proper application operation, functional efficiency, and effectiveness
- Having a strong Accounting/Finance background and experience supporting complex applications in the commercial Real Estate industry are a plus.
Locations: Dallas, TX
Work model: Hybrid
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Dallas, TX. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
What you need to have to be considered (Required):
- RPG (RPG III, IV, ILE, Free-Format)
- CLP programming
- DDS programming
- SQL programming
- Embedded RPG/SQL programming
- Java/Embedded RPG Java calls
- Client Access/File Transfer, FTP/SFTP protocols
- Aldon LMi change management system or equivalent.
- IFS
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until 10/28/2026.
The annual salary for this position is up to $140k depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Things to know before you apply
- Work authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
- Accommodations: If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
- AI in hiring: We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications more efficiently. Our team performs additional human review and ultimately decides who moves forward in our hiring process.
- Open position: Unless otherwise stated, this job posting is for an open position on our team.
- Language proficiency: We ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
- Inclusion: Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
