IBM i System/36 Developer - Remote - FS462

Why Join Fresche? At Fresche Solutions, we don’t just maintain legacy systems; we transform them. For over a decade, we've been the leading partner for IBM i modernization and innovation. We offer a true work-from-anywhere (North America) model, prioritizing work-life balance and a culture where our values aren't just posters on a wall, they guide every technical decision we make. Position Summary We are seeking experienced IBM i System/36 Developers to support the modernization of legacy IBM System/36 applications. The successful candidates will be responsible for analyzing existing applications, converting legacy System/36 components to modern IBM i technologies, performing remediation activities, and validating functionality through comprehensive testing. This role requires deep technical expertise in System/36 environments, OCL, and RPG II, along with proven experience converting legacy applications to CL and RPG IV (ILE RPG). Key Responsibilities - Analyze existing System/36 applications, job streams, menus, and screen flows. - Convert Operational Control Language (OCL) programs and processes to IBM i Control Language (CL). - Convert RPG II applications to RPG IV / ILE RPG while preserving business functionality and application integrity. - Review and remediate converted code to improve maintainability, performance, and compliance with modernization standards. - Perform unit testing, integration testing, and support user acceptance testing activities. - Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve issues identified during remediation and testing. - Modernize System/36 screens and menu structures. - Document application functionality, conversion approaches, remediation activities, and testing results. - Collaborate with technical teams, business stakeholders, and quality assurance resources throughout the modernization effort. - Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical best practices and knowledge transfer activities. Required Skills and Experience Technical Skills - Strong experience working in IBM System/36 environments. - Extensive experience with Operational Control Language (OCL). - Strong RPG II development and maintenance experience. - Hands-on experience converting OCL to CL. - Hands-on experience converting RPG II applications to RPG IV / ILE RPG. - Experience with IBM i application modernization initiatives. - Strong understanding of batch processing, job scheduling, and legacy application architectures. - Experience performing conversion remediation and code optimization activities. - Experience planning and executing conversion-related testing. - Experience with screen and menu conversion and modernization. Professional Skills - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Ability to understand and translate complex legacy business logic into modern IBM i solutions. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Strong documentation and organizational skills. - Ability to work independently and within a collaborative project team environment. Preferred Qualifications - Experience using automated code conversion tools and performing post-conversion remediation. - Experience modernizing large-scale IBM i applications in distribution, wholesale, manufacturing, or ERP environments. - Familiarity with IBM i development tools, source control, and change management processes. - Experience participating in legacy application transformation and modernization programs. Deliverables Successful candidates will be expected to: - Complete OCL to CL conversion activities. - Complete RPG II to RPG IV / ILE RPG conversion activities. - Remediate and validate converted applications. - Execute and document testing activities. - Support screen and menu modernization efforts. - Produce technical documentation and knowledge transfer materials. - Contribute to the successful delivery of modernization objectives. Experience Requirements - 7+ years of IBM midrange development experience. - 5+ years of System/36 development and support experience. - Demonstrated experience with application conversion and modernization initiatives. - Proven track record delivering RPG and OCL conversion projects in IBM i environments. Additional Notes This position is focused on System/36 application modernization, including OCL, RPG II, CL, RPG IV, remediation, testing, and user interface conversion activities. Experience related to specialized source-format transformation, database modernization, or other advanced modernization disciplines is not required for this role. has context menu   Apply Today: freschesolutions.com/careers/ Follow Us: LinkedIn #LI-Remote #IBMi #RPGDeveloper #RPGProgrammer-Analyst #Modernization