Job Description

Some of what you will do:

Provide AS400 based applications development and support services, including requirements and development specifications, delivery schedules, programming, testing and implementation to deliver high quality business information processing systems.

Specifically, You Will:

Design/Development/Maintenance: 80%

Responsible for delivery of assigned projects through the entire life cycle on a committed timeline. Provide AS400 based applications development and support services, including requirements and development specifications, programming, testing, and implementation to deliver high quality business information processing systems. Set up and maintain up to date development and test environments. Maintain optimal software integrity, continuity and efficiency Project planning - Develop and present systems, solutions, designs, specifications, development requirements and schedules. Provide regular status updates of projects in progress. Plan and prioritize programming events. Develop schedules for delivery of program implementation. Control and coordinate implementation of new applications and systems software, (i.e. upgrades, enhancements, fixes) Assist in major AS400 operating system upgrades as required. Work with third parties, (e.g. JDA, IBM, Staples U.S.) to determine problem solutions and corrective actions. Perform 24/7 on-call support for critical business applications

Support: 20%

Provide training on applications and AS400 tools to and various levels of the user and I.S. communities. Provide AS400 technical training to I.S. staff. Develop, enhance, implement support and maintain AS400 applications systems. Provide documentation on applications and tools to other I.S. staff. Responsible for items of moderate value such as a Personal Computer and various office supplies and equipment

Some of what you need:

Post Secondary education or equivalent work experience Strong knowledge of system analysis, design, RPG400 programming techniques and data communications/network concepts. Solid understanding of the OS400 environment including Database, Query and Library/File structures Good knowledge of general AS400 hardware and software products Minimum 7-10 years experience in applications software development with 4 years hands on experience in an AS400, RPG400 environment with most recent two years in an advanced application systems development capacity.

Some of what you will get:

o Associate discount


o Health and Dental benefits


o RRSP/DPSP


o Performance bonuses


o Learning & Development programs


o And more...




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