Job Description

SHOE SHOW, INC., the largest privately held footwear retailer in the country with over 1,000 stores in 47 states, is hiring a RPG Software Developer to join our team. The position is onsite in our Corporate Headquarters, located in Concord, N.C. and local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

What you should know:

The RPG Software Developer creates, maintains, and enhances RPG applications on the AS/400 (IBM iSeries) platform to support retail operations. Responsibilities include AS/400 system administration, such as applying Program Temporary Fixes (PTFs) and managing user access, to ensure system stability and security. The role collaborates with IT Operations to align application development with business needs and supports system performance and user support. The engineer works with company-owned systems, integrating AS/400 applications with Windows 10/11 and occasional iOS devices, providing on-site or remote support.

What you will do:

• Develop, test, and maintain RPG applications for inventory, sales, and reporting.
• Perform AS/400 system administration, including PTFs, updates, and performance optimization.
• Manage user access, permissions, and security compliance on AS/400.
• Troubleshoot and resolve AS/400 application and system issues.
• Integrate AS/400 applications with POS terminals and Microsoft 365 Apps on Windows 10/11.
• Monitor and optimize job scheduling, batch processing, and database management.
• Document development, administration, and configurations for auditing.
• Assess and enhance RPG applications and AS/400 system functionality.
• Log issues in Freshservice for tracking.
• Provide hands-on support via in-person, phone, email, chat, or remote tools.
• Resolve issues like RPG errors, job scheduler failures, user access, integration, and PTF failures.
• Train IT staff and end users on AS/400 applications.

Required Credentials/Experience

• Strong proficiency in RPG (RPG III, IV, RPGLE) on AS/400.
• Experience in AS/400 system administration (PTFs, user access).
• Knowledge of IBM iSeries OS and job scheduling.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting AS/400 issues.
• Familiarity with Windows 10/11 for integration.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong problem-solving, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies.

Benefits: Each eligible employee can participate in:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid-Time-Off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Merchandise Discount

Your career is waiting for you so please apply now!

EOE

***We are unable to provide any type of Visa sponsorship for this position***

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