RPG / iSeries Developer (Spartanburg)

Department : Information Technology

Reports To : Director, ERP / EDI Application Development

Summary : The iSeries Developer is responsible for developing and maintaining IBM iSeries software applications critical to the operations of Smith Drug Company. This role involves researching, designing, documenting, and modifying software specifications throughout the production lifecycle. The developer will analyze and amend software errors in a timely and accurate manner, providing status reports as required. The role also includes unit testing independently or with minimal direction, adhering to all IT-established methodologies, standards, and guidelines. Additionally, the developer will provide technical oversight and assist with the design and development of projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Participate in the exploration, implementation, testing, and maintenance of new technology.
• Support existing iSeries programs and jobs.
• Troubleshoot, perform performance tuning, and write technical specifications from functional design specifications.
• Perform program design, coding, testing, development, and documentation activities for highly complex and / or multiple interrelated applications.
• Develop technical specifications, development approaches, and time requirements for average to large-sized projects or packaged software implementation.
• Participate in integration, training, and implementation activities.
• Report status updates accurately to IT and / or business leaders.
• Mentor and / or provide on-the-job training to less experienced developers.
• Proactively assist others in achieving the organizations objectives.
• Coordinate efforts with database administrators, network infrastructure personnel, Systems Development, and Helpdesk.

Competencies : To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Qualifications : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and / or Experience :

Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Inclement Weather : This is a non-essential job during inclement weather.