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Position Summary

We are seeking experienced IBM i System/36 Developers to support the modernization of legacy IBM System/36 applications. The successful candidates will be responsible for analyzing existing applications, converting legacy System/36 components to contemporary IBM i technologies, performing remediation activities, and validating functionality through comprehensive testing.

This role requires deep technical expertise in System/36 environments, OCL, and RPG II, along with proven experience converting legacy applications to CL and RPG IV (ILE RPG).

Key Responsibilities

- Analyze existing System/36 applications, job streams, menus, and screen flows.




- Convert Operational Control Language (OCL) programs and processes to IBM i Control Language (CL).
- Convert RPG II applications to RPG IV / ILE RPG while preserving business functionality and application integrity.
- Review and remediate converted code to improve maintainability, performance, and compliance with modernization standards.
- Perform unit testing, integration testing, and support user acceptance testing activities.
- Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve issues identified during remediation and testing.
- Modernize System/36 screens and menu structures.
- Document application functionality, conversion approaches, remediation activities, and testing results.
- Collaborate with technical teams, business stakeholders, and quality assurance resources throughout the modernization effort.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical best practices and knowledge

📌 IBM i System/36 Developer (Montreal)
🏢 Fresche Solutions
📍 Montreal