Senior Software Developer

Job Description

Job Description

THIS IS AN ONSITE POSITION IN HOUSTON, MS.

The Senior Software Developer will help modernize and extend our core in-house business system. While the existing platform is built primarily in RPG on IBM i, this role focuses on building new features, integrations, and web applications using modern technologies — particularly Python, SQL, and contemporary web frameworks. The goal is to unlock greater business value, improve efficiency, and align technology with current and future business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze legacy code to understand business logic when integrating new functionality or modernizing existing processes.
• Design, develop, and implement new features and modules using Python.
• Build and optimize SQL-based data solutions for reporting, analytics, and business processes.
• Develop and support EDI processes with trading partners and external systems.
• Develop and maintain web applications and user interfaces with modern technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc.).
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective technical solutions.
• Participate in system modernization, upgrades, and API development.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Provide technical support for developed solutions. Required Qualifications
  • 3+ years of professional experience in software development.
  • Strong proficiency in Python.
  • Advanced SQL skills (query optimization, complex joins, performance tuning).
  • Solid experience with frontend and backend web development.
  • Experience working with relational databases.
  Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with EDI processes, mapping, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience integrating with or migrating from legacy systems.
  • Familiarity with IBM i / RPG.
  • Knowledge of API design, microservices, or cloud technologies.
  • Background in business analysis or process improvement.
  Soft Skills
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
  • Good communication skills with technical and non-technical teams.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.