Software Engineer iSeries

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER. It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

Job Title: iSeries AS400 Developer - Manufacturing Supply Chain

Location: Hyderabad, India

Job Summary:  We are seeking a skilled and proactive iSeries Developer to provide application support for our manufacturing systems running on the AS/400 platform. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in RPG (RPGLE/CLLE) programming, production support, and troubleshooting in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role involves maintaining legacy systems, ensuring uptime for business-critical applications, and working closely with operations, supply chain, and IT teams to support end-to-end business processes. The candidate must be willing to work on site 4 days a week in Hyderabad, overlapping China time zone hours

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day application support for iSeries-based systems used in manufacturing operations.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve issues related to RPGLE/CL, job failures, data anomalies, and performance concerns.
• Support production, planning, inventory, procurement, and logistics modules as part of the manufacturing IT ecosystem.
• Modify and enhance existing iSeries applications based on user requirements and business process changes.
• Monitor batch jobs and system health, proactively resolving issues to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, plant personnel, and cross-functional teams to identify and address system issues.
• Participate in on-call rotation and incident management procedures.
• Maintain and create technical documentation for code changes, support procedures, and system configurations.
• Assist in data extraction, integration, and reporting for operational and decision-making needs.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in iSeries (AS/400) development and support.
• Proficiency in RPG (RPGLE, Free RPG), CL, and CLLE programming.
• Solid understanding of IBM DB2/400, including SQL queries and file structures.
• Experience supporting manufacturing or supply chain applications on iSeries.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills with the ability to work under pressure.
• Familiarity with job scheduling tools and batch processing in iSeries environments.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical teams.

• Cultural Awareness: Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and manage teams across different time zones.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in manufacturing execution systems (MES), shop floor systems, or ERP integration.
• Knowledge of EDI processes, barcode/labeling systems, or warehouse operations.
• Familiarity with modernization tools or approaches for legacy iSeries applications.
• Exposure to ticketing and ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Remedy).

About Us: We are a leading organization committed to leveraging technology to drive business success. Our team is dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and delivering exceptional results. Join us and be a part of a dynamic and forward-thinking company.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience and qualifications.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Mattel, we are dedicated to an inclusive workplace and a culture of belonging. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How We Work:
We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors:

• We collaborate: Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate: At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute: We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Our Approach to Flexible Work:
We embrace a flexible work model designed to empower a culture of growth, optimism, and wellbeing, where every employee can reach their full potential. Combining purposeful in-person collaboration with flexibility, our focus is to optimize performance and drive connection for moments that matter.

Who We Are:
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https://jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers.

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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