Manager, IBM i Application Development Consulting - Remote - FS443

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WHY JOIN FRESCHE? Our distinct company culture has made us a top employer and a premier choice for our customers for 11 consecutive years. We work hard to ensure our values permeate every level of the organization — from setting priorities and defining ideas to executing processes. At Fresche, our values aren't just words; they're reflected in everything we do. What We Are Looking For 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. The ideal candidate is a proven people and client relationship manager who possesses strong IBM i technical knowledge — enabling them to engage credibly with clients, guide their team's technical delivery, and identify new opportunities to grow existing accounts. Success in this role requires a balance of three core strengths People Leadership — developing, directing, and supporting a team of IBM i consultants Client Management — building trusted, long-term relationships at existing client organizations Technical Credibility — leveraging IBM i expertise to communicate confidently with technical stakeholders and oversee quality delivery What You Will Do 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. What You Bring 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. What Will Set You Apart 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. What We Offer 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. Equal Opportunity Employer Fresche Solutions celebrates diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Open to US and Canadian citizens. Sponsorship is not available for this role. Ready to make your mark? If you're passionate about technology and driven by client success, we'd love to start a conversation. Apply today freschesolutions.com/careers LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/fresche-solutions | #LI-Remote Apply To This Job

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