iSeries Developer

Job overview

The iSeries Developer role is listed in Chicago, IL, with a hybrid-remote designation in the posting and an estimated compensation range of $90,000–$120,000 per year. The developer supports key corporate applications at Preferred Risk Insurance. The role maintains and enhances RPG-based applications while contributing to modernization through SQL, APIs, web services, and AI-assisted development. Its work supports reliable business systems and the company’s application modernization efforts.

What you'll do

• Enhance and support applications in RPG IV/ILE and RPG Free
• gather and analyze requirements and prepare functional specifications
• conduct code reviews and unit testing
• coordinate development and QA work
• document technical designs
• maintain development standards and deployment processes
• contribute to SQL, API, web-service, and AI modernization
• assist with production support and troubleshoot existing applications.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

iseries

rpg iv/ile

rpg free

sql

api integration

web services

application modernization

insurance technology

chicago il

preferred risk insurance

$90k–$120k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision reimbursement
• disability and life insurance
• flexible spending account
• telemedicine
• 401(k) match
• paid time off and holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• wellness program.

Why this role

The posting identifies Visual Studio Code with IBM i extensions as a plus and notes that a computer science or related bachelor’s degree is preferred.

About the employer

Preferred Risk Insurance is hiring for this role. Industry: Direct Property and Casualty Insurance Carriers. Sector: 52.