Information Technology Project Manager - AS400 Technical Lead

Job Title

Under limited supervision, designs, develops, and supports AS400 applications using RPGLE/RPG free, CL/CLLE, and DB2. Job experience in problem solving RPG* application issues and recovery. Prepares application development documentation and serves as a mentor for other IT staff for knowledge transfer and information to support AS400-related applications. Leads IT teams to support IT services operations for global support. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Design, develop, maintain, and support of AS400 applications using RPG(IV,LE, Free), CL, and DB2.
• Support global AS400 manufacturing applications operation SLA targets for application uptime and services.
• Lead technical planning and execution of AS400-related projects from concept to deployment.
• Leads the IT support staff and acts as the first contact for the project and customers.
• Collaborate with global teams to mentor and train them on AS400 applications and operations used throughout Denso.
• Actively participate in coding, debugging, and performance tuning of AS400 systems.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers and support staff.
• Ensure system reliability, security, and compliance with IT standards.
• Manage project schedules, risks, and deliverables for global initiatives while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with business stakeholders and IT leadership.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology or related field
• 6+ years of related experience AS400 application development
• Program Management Professional (PgMP) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in RPG(IV/LE/Free), CL, and DB2 in AS400 applications.
• Experience using system implementation methods used for the development of new systems and enhancements to existing information systems
• Experience working in automotive manufacturing preferred

Skills and abilities:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and an ability to gather and analyze facts, draw conclusions, define problems, and suggest solutions
• Demonstrated proficiency in project management, systems analysis, and designing/developing RPG(IV/LE/Free) applications in AS400.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including excellent oral presentation skills.
• Excellent customer service skills to address customer issues and to promote and support a service-oriented environment.
• Excellent organizational skills, including attention to detail, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent conflict resolution skills with the ability to devise solutions to reconcile differences between opposing viewpoints.
• Experience demonstrating an in-depth understanding of information systems policies, procedures, and terms.
• Experience working with hardware components and software applications
• Experience working with office software applications and productivity aids; database design and product certification helpful.
• Advanced technical proficiency in MS Office products.

Benefits summary:

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug plans
• 401K with 4% company match
• Vacation/PTO and 13 paid holidays
• Bonus program
• FSA/HSA and dependent care programs
• Company provided life, disability, ADD and business travel insurance
• Various no cost wellness & chronic condition management programs
• Various optional insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career development and ongoing training
• Employee assistance program
• Employee spotlight and recognition program
• Volunteer opportunities
• Onsite fitness center (vary by location)
• Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
• Onsite health clinic and pharmacy (vary by location)

Annual salary: $93,000 - $116,000

Job info:

• Job identification 23011
• Job category information technology
• Posting date 01/15/2026, 04:20 PM
• Degree level bachelor's degree
• Job schedule full time
• Locations DMTN Maryville (hybrid)