Senior IBM i (AS/400) COBOL Developer

Responsibility : Domestic US / Fisher Price
Position Overview
We are seeking an exceptional Senior Programmer with extensive experience on IBM i (AS/400 / iSeries) systems, with a strong focus on COBOL development. The ideal candidate will play a key role in the integration, maintenance, and onboarding of existing and new customers as well as 3PL Distribution Centers (DCs) into our ERP platform OMNI.
This role requires deep technical expertise, strong understanding of EDI-driven processes, and close collaboration with business and project stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, enhance, and maintain COBOL applications on IBM i (AS/400 / iSeries)
Integrate and support existing and new customers into the Mattel OMNI ERP system
Implement and maintain interfaces for 3PL Distribution Center (DC) and Logistics
Develop, support, and troubleshoot EDI integrations (inbound and outbound)
Ensure system stability, data integrity, and performance across ERP and EDI processes
Actively participate in weekly EDI functional meetings to align IT and business requirements
Attend daily EDI project status meetings with the EDI Project Lead to communicate priorities, progress, and risks
Collaborate closely with internal IT teams, EDI specialists, business users, and external partners
Analyze requirements, provide technical solutions, and support go-live and post-implementation phases
Document technical designs, interfaces, and operational procedures in SOP Documents
Required Skills & Experience
Long-term, hands-on experience with IBM i (AS/400 / iSeries) environments
Advanced expertise in COBOL programming
Strong experience with ERP system integration, ideally within logistics or supply chain environments
Proven experience integrating customers and 3PL DCs into enterprise systems
Solid understanding of EDI standards and processes (e.g., orders, shipments, invoices)
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong analytical skills and a structured, solution-oriented mindset
High level of reliability and accountability. Strong communication and coordination skills. Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement