[Hiring] Manager, IBM i Application Development Consulting @Fresche Solutions

Role Description

Fresche Solutions is seeking an experienced IBM i Consulting Manager to lead a team of consultants delivering short- and long-term solutions for clients maintaining or extending their IBM i (AS/400) environments.

• Analyze clients' existing IBM i environments and provide strategic recommendations for enhancement, optimization, and/or modernization.
• Create and present executive-level proposals and solutions to client stakeholders.
• Lead and balance the workloads of a team of IBM i developers across multiple client assignments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Provide technical leadership in RPG, CL, SQL, and other IBM i-related technologies.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of IBM i (AS/400) software development experience.
• 10+ years of management or supervisory experience.
• Deep command of RPG (all forms), DB2, and SQL.
• Proficiency with ILE concepts and modular programming.
• Knowledge of web services, APIs, and modern integration technologies.
• Familiarity with modern development methodologies including Agile and DevOps.
• Experience with IBM i SDLC tools and processes.
• Broad knowledge of industry verticals including Distribution, Manufacturing, Finance, and Insurance.
• Hands-on experience with ERP platforms such as Infor XA/MAPICS, LX/BPCS, PRMS, JD Edwards, and similar solutions.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and presentation skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and/or MBA in Business, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Previous consulting or client-facing experience in a professional services environment.
• Experience in pre-sales activities, including scoping, solution design, and proposal development.
• Proven ability to recruit, interview, and onboard technical talent to support team growth.
• Knowledge of Java, .NET, Python, Node.js, or other modern programming languages.
• Experience leveraging AI tools to accelerate code generation and application development.
• Demonstrated success leading application modernization initiatives.
• Knowledge of security best practices and regulatory compliance requirements.
• ITIL or PMP certification.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Premium benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
• Advanced technical tools, resources, and a company-provided technology stack.
• A culture of innovation supported by collaborative, client-focused teams.
• Fully remote position with occasional US and Canadian travel to client and partner sites.
• No return-to-office mandate — ever.