Senior RPG Programmer/Analyst, Synon

Fresche Solutions

Senior RPG Programmer/Analyst supporting IBM i applications at Fresche Solutions. Collaborating with technical and business teams to enhance and maintain software systems.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong expertise in IBM i / AS400 application development, with hands-on proficiency in RPG, RPGLE, CL, and IBM i SQL. Capable of supporting the full software development lifecycle while effectively collaborating with technical teams and business stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

IBM i / AS400 Application DevelopmentRPG / RPGLE ProficiencyCL ProgrammingIBM i SQL ExperienceSynon2/E (COOL 2/E) Knowledge

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Hard Skills

RPGRPGLECLIBM i SQLSynon2/E (COOL 2/E)Software Development LifecycleTroubleshootingRoot Cause AnalysisApplication MaintenanceProduction Support

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCollaborationCommunicationPrioritizationGuidance

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s Degree in Information SystemsBachelor’s Degree in EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in IT

Industry Keywords

Business-Critical ApplicationsClient Enterprise ApplicationsProduction EnvironmentsApplication StabilityDevelopment Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support and enhance business-critical applications running on IBM i / AS400 environments
Work closely with technical teams, business stakeholders, and project leads to deliver reliable solutions across client systems
Analyze requirements, develop solutions, resolve production issues, and ensure applications remain stable, maintainable, and aligned with business needs
Primarily work with RPG, RPGLE, CL, IBM i SQL, and Synon2/E (COOL 2/E)
Design, develop, maintain, and support applications on IBM i / AS400
Contribute to applications that include Synon2/E (COOL 2/E) components
Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including analysis, development, testing, implementation, and post-production support
Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable fixes to improve application stability
Collaborate with business users, developers, analysts, and support teams across multiple initiatives
Provide support and guidance to less experienced team members when needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong experience in IBM i / AS400 application development
Strong hands-on proficiency with RPG / RPGLE
Experience with CL and IBM i SQL
Working knowledge of Synon2/E (COOL 2/E)
Experience supporting, maintaining, and enhancing client enterprise applications
Good understanding of the software development lifecycle, including development, testing, deployment, and support
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, particularly in production support environments
Ability to work effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders
Ability to manage priorities across development, maintenance, and support activities
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, IT, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

great work-life balance
flexible hours
work anywhere in North America
remote work options