IBM IDeveloper ​/ EDI Integration Specialist

Job Title: IBM IDeveloper / EDI Integration Specialist

Workplace Type:
Onsite (Bayonne, NJ)

Employment Type:

Direct Hire

Overview
:

Our client is seeking a highly skilled IBM i Developer & EDI Integration Specialist to support and modernize critical enterprise applications on the IBM i platform. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of legacy IBM i systems and modern digital integrations, ensuring seamless connectivity across supply chain, e-commerce, and logistics platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in RPG, SQL, EDI, APIs, and system administration, contributing to both maintenance and strategic modernization initiatives.

Join a forward-thinking team and be at the forefront of enterprise system transformation.

Required Skills
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• Over 10 years of hands-on experience with IBM i / AS400 systems, focusing on application development and system support
• Proficiency in RPG IV, RPGLE, Free-Format RPG, SQLRPGLE, CL, and SQL for application development and database modifications
• Extensive experience with EDI technologies, including mapping, translation, partner onboarding, and transaction management, supporting transaction sets like 850, 855, 856, 810, and 852
• Strong expertise in integrating IBM i applications with modern systems using REST APIs, JSON, XML, and web services
• Skilled in FTP/SFTP, AS2 protocols, and third-party EDI tools such as Cleo and Extol
• Solid SQL and relational database development abilities
• Experience supporting critical business functions related to orders, inventory, logistics, shipping, and financial transactions
• Ability to troubleshoot and support IBM i production environments effectively

Nice to Have Skills
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• Experience integrating with e-commerce platforms such as Shopify
• Familiarity with Fed Ex, UPS, SAP, and 3PL logistics systems
• Knowledge of modern IDEs like VS Code and Code for i
• Exposure to IBM i system administration tasks, including OS upgrades, PTF management, security, and hardware migrations
• Background in retail, manufacturing, wholesale distribution, or supply chain industries
• Understanding of Dev Ops practices or cloud integration

Preferred Education and Experience
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• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Senior/Principal-level IBM i professional with 25+ years of experience is highly preferred

Other Requirements:

• This role requires onsite presence at the designated location in Bayonne, NJ.
• Candidates should be prepared to collaborate closely with business stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams to deliver reliable and scalable solutions.
• A proactive approach to modernization and process improvement is highly valued.