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We are seeking a highly experienced Technical Lead – IBM i / AS400 to support and enhance enterprise wireline billing systems within a telecommunications environment. This role requires a strong technical foundation on IBM i (AS400) combined with leadership capability to drive delivery, manage production support, and ensure operational stability across complex legacy applications. The candidate will play a key role in solution design, system enhancements, risk management, and transition continuity.
- Application Ownership & Delivery
- Own end-to-end lifecycle of IBM i (AS400) applications, including:Enhancements, Maintenance, Production support, Stability of RPGLE-based systems
- Deliver solutions aligned with SDLC standards and enterprise controls
- Ensure reliability of batch jobs, scheduled processes, and system integrations
- Solution Design & Technical Execution
- Analyze business and technical requirements and perform impact assessments
- Prepare solution designs, including; Technical specifications, Data mappings, Process flows, Operational procedures
- Lead development and implementation of changes across legacy applications
- Technical Leadership
- Provide hands-on leadership across development teams: Work allocation and planning, Effort estimation, Code reviews and design validation
- Enforce development standards: Coding best practices, Documentation standards, Change and release management processes
- Maintain delivery discipline and quality across releases
- Production Support & Stability
- Lead incident resolution through: Troubleshooting, Root cause analysis (RCA), Defect investigation and fixes
- Provide post-release validation and support for deployments
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Collaborate with Business stakeholders, QA teams, Operations, Cross-functional delivery teams
- Ensure effective communication, delivery alignment, and prioritization
- Transition & Knowledge Management
- Drive knowledge transfer and operational readiness
- Identify and mitigate transition risks and knowledge gaps
- Improve: Documentation quality, Support ownership models, Long-term sustainability of systems
Must-Have Technical Skills
- 8+ years of hands-on experience with IBM i (AS400 / iSeries), RPG / RPGLE (free format), CL / CLLE, COBOL, SQL / Embedded SQL, DB2
- Strong experience with: Batch processing and scheduled jobs, ILE architecture, Legacy application support and troubleshooting
- Experience working with: Display files, subfiles, DDM
Telecom Domain Expertise (Preferred Strongly)
- Experience with enterprise telecom billing systems, including: Billing & Rating, Message Processing, Accounts Receivable, Ordering systems
- Experience with integrations: Web services, MQ / messaging platforms
Tools & Platforms
- Proficiency with IBM i development/support tools: RDi, VS Code / GitHub Copilot, Implementer (MKS), Hawkeye, PKENCRYPT / PKZIP
Functional & Leadership Skills
- Proven experience in Technical Lead capacity
- Strong capabilities in: Estimation and delivery planning, Technical design and impact analysis, Code reviews and quality assurance
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Good-to-Have Skills
- Exposure to:
- Modernization initiatives (API enablement, integration, cloud)
- DevOps practices in IBM i environments
- Experience working in large-scale legacy modernization or transformation projects
- Knowledge of Agile/Scrum delivery models
- Must be eligible to apply for Government of Canada (GoC) Clearance
- Ability to work within secure and regulated environments
- Strong ability to ramp up independently with minimal transition support
- Location: GTA, Canada
- Work environment: Hybrid (min. 3 days onsite/Capgemini office)
The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $83,144 - $195,060 CAD.
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The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.
These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.
It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.
In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.
Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
- Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
- Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility
Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.
Disclaimers
Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.
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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.
