SF Partners
RPG Developer
RPG Developer at SF Partners, based in Birmingham, West Midlands (Region), paying £50,000 - £60,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Birmingham, West Midlands (Region)
- Closing date
- Sector
- Software Developer
24% below the typical rate for software developer
Reference 57538558
About the role
RPG Developer with experience maintaining and enhancing critical business systems (ideally WMS's) is sought by a c500m turn over logistics and distribution business based in Birmingham.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, ambitious organisation where your work will have direct impact on core logistics and distribution processes.
As an RPG Developer, you will be joining a close knit, friendly team responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting applications on the IBM i platform that are integral to day to day business operations.
As the business moves into an exciting phase of growth this RPG Developer will given a clear growth trajectory into a more senior role if desired whilst still benefitting in the organisation's commitment to the IBM tech stack.
Key responsibilities:
- Developing and maintaining applications using strong RPG/ RPGLE skills
Working with green screen (5250) interfaces
- Supporting and enhancing existing warehouse, distribution, and logistics systems
- Troubleshooting and resolving system issues
- Collaborating with internal teams to gather and refine requirements
- Contributing to system improvements and modernisation initiatives where appropriate
This RPG Developer based near Birmingham should have most of the following key skills:
- Proven experience working on IBM i / AS400 platforms
- Strong RPG / RPGLE development skills (RPG
- Experience with DB2 for i
- Familiarity with CL programming
- Familiarity with Warehouse management systems
- Strong communication skills and ability to engage with non-technical stakeholders
- Exposure to modernisation projects (e.g. API integration, web front ends)
- Supporting integration and modernisation initiatives (APIs, new front-end technologies, etc.)
- Troubleshooting complex issues and ensuring system reliability
- Any ILS/ CGAS exposure would be useful
This RPG Developer will receive a starting salary of up to £60,000 plus hybrid flexible working (two days a week on-site), clear progression pathway to a lead role plus private pension, bonus, 25 days holiday and flexible working hours.
So if you are a RPG Developer who wants to join a well-established yet forward looking business with a clear progression pathway please apply now to be considered.
RPG Developer
Birmingham
Reference: 57538558 · Posted 13 minutes ago · Closes 18 Dec 2026 · Listed via SF Partners
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