Associate Software Engineer, RPG

Harris Computer • Arlington, TN

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About The Position

This role focuses on learning and contributing to IBM i application development, specifically using RPG IV/ILE, free-format RPG, CL, Db2 for i SQL, and IBM i objects. The engineer will review and trace existing application logic, implement defect corrections and enhancements under guidance, and write maintainable code with unit tests and documentation. Participation in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and eventually deployment validation and production support are also key aspects of the position. The role emphasizes adherence to secure development and data privacy standards within the regulated healthcare software environment, and responsible use of AI-assisted tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent technical education, certification, structured training, or practical experience.
• Zero to one year of professional software-development experience.
• Relevant education, training, coursework, certification, or project experience may substitute for professional experience.
• Foundational programming ability in at least one structured programming language.
• Basic understanding of variables, logic, loops, procedures, debugging, error handling, and testing.
• Basic knowledge of SQL and relational database concepts.
• Ability to read existing code, trace program logic, and break a defined problem into manageable steps with guidance.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, testable, standards-aligned, and documented work.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with a cross-functional software-development team.
• Willingness to ask questions, receive feedback, document learning, and continuously develop technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn IBM i application development, including RPG IV/ILE, free-format RPG, CL, Db2 for i SQL, IBM i objects, and approved development tools.
• Review and trace existing RPG, SQL, CL, database, batch, and interactive application logic to understand behavior and affected areas.
• Implement clearly defined, low-risk defect corrections, maintenance changes, test improvements, and small enhancements under technical guidance.
• Write understandable and maintainable code, create and execute unit tests, and document changes, business rules, test evidence, and implementation considerations.
• Participate in peer code reviews, Agile ceremonies, estimation discussions, demonstrations, and retrospectives.
• Apply review feedback and communicate progress, risks, and blockers promptly.
• Follow secure-development, data-privacy, quality, release-management, source-control, and change-control standards for regulated healthcare software.
• Use approved AI-assisted tools responsibly and independently validate generated analysis, code, documentation, and tests.
• Progressively assist with deployment validation and production-support activities after demonstrating readiness and receiving required access and approvals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level