RPG Programmer
About the role
As a RPG Programmer, you will make an impact by building, enhancing, and supporting mission-critical IBM i / AS400 applications and their integrations with enterprise systems. You will be a valued member of the application development team and work collaboratively with business analysts, integration teams, and clients.
*Please note that this position is not eligible for visa transfer or sponsorship now or at any time in the future*
In this role, you will
Write, enhance, test, and maintain programs using RPG, RPGILE free format, and SQLRPGLE on the IBM i / AS400 platform.
Create and maintain embedded SQL logic in SQLRPGLE programs to read, update, validate, and process DB2 for i data.
Develop and maintain interfaces between AS400 applications and the JDE system for inbound and outbound data processing, including data extraction, transformation, validation, and loading routines.
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues related to RPG programs, SQL queries, job failures, data mismatches, interface errors, and JDE communication problems.
Perform unit, system integration, regression, and user acceptance testing while optimizing code for performance, reliability, and maintainability.
Work model
At Cognizant, 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, Texas. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you must have to be considered
Strong hands-on experience with RPG, RPG IV, RPGILE, RPGILE free format, and SQLRPGLE programming.
Solid understanding of IBM i / AS400 concepts, including libraries, objects, job queues, output queues, commands, CL programs, and job scheduling.
Experience with DB2 for i, embedded SQL, stored procedures, indexes, views, joins, triggers, and query performance tuning.
Knowledge of DDS, physical files, logical files, display files, printer files, subfiles, data areas, data queues, and message queues.
Experience using development and debugging tools such as RDi, SEU, SDA, PDM, WRK commands, STRDBG, job logs, and spool files.
These will help you succeed
Ability to analyze legacy RPG code and modernize it into RPGILE free format where appropriate.
Understanding of JDE data structures, interface patterns, batch processing, and enterprise application integration concepts.
Knowledge of FTP/SFTP, IFS, middleware-based integrations, file transfers, and automated job processing.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Applications will be accepted until September 25th, 2026.
Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position is between $ 60,000 to $ 93,500 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.
Acerca de Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) es un creador de soluciones de IA y proveedor de servicios tecnológicos que conecta la inversión en IA con el valor empresarial mediante el desarrollo de soluciones de IA full‑stack para sus clientes. Su profundo conocimiento de la industria, junto con su experiencia en procesos e ingeniería, permite incorporar el contexto único de cada organización en sistemas tecnológicos que amplifican el potencial humano, generan resultados tangibles y mantienen a las empresas a la vanguardia en un entorno en constante cambio. Más información en cognizant.ai o @cognizant.
Información adicional sobre el empleo
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