Systems Analyst Programmer

Job Description

Job Description

THE DEALS ARE IN THE HOUSE … so why not work where the action is?!

Are you a seasoned and dynamic Systems Analyst or Mainframe Programmer looking to take the next step in your career? If so, consider joining our team! ABC Appliance is the parent company of ABC Warehouse, Hawthorne Appliance, and Mickey Shorr. Family owned and operated since 1963, we specialize in household appliances, mattresses, furniture, and home and car electronics. With 700+ employees, we have grown to fifty brick and mortar retail locations in multiple states, including several internet channels.

We are seeking an experienced Systems Analyst / Mainframe Programmer to support, maintain, and enhance our enterprise business systems. This role is 100% on site in Pontiac, Michigan. This role supports critical business functions, including:

• Accounting & Financials
• Human Resources
• Payroll
• Inventory Management
• Purchasing
• Point of Sale (POS)
• Reporting & Business Analytics
• Customer and Operational Workflows

The ideal candidate will be comfortable supporting established business applications while helping modernize and integrate systems that support daily operations across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze, maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance ERP and business applications written in Business BASIC, QuickBASIC, COBOL, and Visual Basic 6.0.
• Support systems used for Accounting, Financials, HR, Payroll, Inventory, Purchasing, Point of Sale, Reporting, and other operational functions.
• Develop and maintain business logic, workflows, reports, and integrations.
• Write and support applications using Business BASIC, QuickBASIC, COBOL, Visual Basic, Python, SQL, and related technologies.
• Develop and maintain REST and SOAP API integrations.
• Support Linux-based systems, automation processes, and scheduled jobs.
• Work directly with business users to gather requirements and implement solutions.
• Participate in application modernization, system upgrades, and ongoing support initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting ERP, accounting, inventory, payroll, HR, POS, or other business-critical systems.
• Proficiency with Business BASIC, QuickBASIC, COBOL, Visual Basic, Python, SQL, or similar business application technologies.
• Experience with databases, reporting, and system integrations.
• Knowledge of REST APIs, JSON, XML, and modern integration technologies.
• Experience working in Linux environments.
• Familiarity with Git source control.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

ERP Programmer Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GUI application development. Some newer ERP modules utilize Qt-based screen and form objects.
• Experience with system migrations and legacy code modernization projects.
• Experience with job scheduling and automation tools such as cron or Control-M.
• Experience integrating ERP systems with third-party platforms and web services.
• Experience supporting mixed Windows and Linux application environments.

Technical Environment

• Approximately 80% of development involves maintaining and enhancing text-based ERP business applications.
• Approximately 20% of development involves GUI-based applications utilizing Qt-based screen and form objects.
• Development technologies include Business BASIC, QuickBASIC, Visual Basic 6.0, COBOL, Python, SQL, REST APIs, JSON, XML, and Linux.
• The primary operating environment is Linux.

As part of the ABC Appliance team, you will enjoy:

• Generous employee discounts
• Ongoing training
• Advancement opportunities based on ability and a proven track record of high performance
• Monday through Friday schedule with potential flex-time arrangements

Additionally, all eligible full-time ABC Appliance employees are offered:

• 401(k) with company match
• Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Short-term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance at $0 cost to employees
• Supplemental Life, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Founded by Gordon “Gordy” Hartunian with a single store in Centerline, Michigan, ABC Warehouse has been family-owned and operated since 1963 and has grown to become one of the Midwest’s largest and most successful retailers offering appliances, TVs, electronics, mattresses, and furniture. With 600+ employees and 42 storefront locations throughout Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana.

Company Description

Founded by Gordon “Gordy” Hartunian with a single store in Centerline, Michigan, ABC Warehouse has been family-owned and operated since 1963 and has grown to become one of the Midwest’s largest and most successful retailers offering appliances, TVs, electronics, mattresses, and furniture. With 600+ employees and 42 storefront locations throughout Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana.