Custom Software Engineer - IBM AS400 / Warehouse Management Systems

Custom Software Engineer

Project Role : Custom Software Engineer
Project Role Description : Develop custom software solutions to design, code, and enhance components across systems or applications. Use modern frameworks and agile practices to deliver scalable, high-performing solutions tailored to specific business needs.
Must have skills : IBM AS/400 RPG III
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 5 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Manhattan PKMS AS400 professional with strong experience in warehouse management systems, particularly PKMS on the IBM AS400 (iSeries) platform. The candidate will be responsible for development, maintenance, and enhancement of PKMS WMS application to ensure efficient warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain AS400 programs, CL scripts, and DB2/400 database objects.
Perform RPG/RPGLE/CL programming for enhancements and bug fixes.
Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve application issues, batch failures and defects.
Work on PKMS modules such as:
o Inbound (Receiving)
o Outbound (Shipping)
o Inventory Management
o Order Processing
Participate in system integration, testing, and deployment activities.
Monitor system performance and ensure high availability and reliability.
Prepare and maintain technical documentation.

Required Skills:
Strong experience in PKMS (Manhattan Associates WMS).
Hands-on expertise with IBM AS400 / iSeries platform.
Proficiency in:
o RPG / RPGLE / ILE
o CL Programming
o DB2/400 (SQL/Query)
Good understanding of warehouse management processes.
Experience in Development and maintenance.
Knowledge of ALDON, job scheduling, batch processing, and system monitoring.
Familiarity with debugging tools on AS400.
Experience with Manhattan WMS upgrades or migrations.
Understanding of supply chain and logistics domain.
Basic knowledge of modernization tools (API, web services) is a plus.

Soft Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good communication and stakeholder management
Team player with a proactive attitude