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About Akkodis: Akkodis is a global digital engineering company and Smart Industry leader. Smart Industry is where engineering, IT and digital converge into a connected world. Akkodis tackles the world’s toughest challenges by deploying best-in-class engineering talent and cutting-edge technology practices that drive purposeful innovation. About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Analyst to play a pivotal role in supporting our client’s Business Support Systems (BSS) transformation, while also maintaining and enhancing their legacy IBM iSeries (AS/400) applications using RPG. This role is a key part of succession planning as current senior analysts approach retirement. You will be expected to hit the ground running—managing the transition from legacy systems to modern cloud-based solutions while ensuring business continuity and engaging closely with a collaborative, high-performing internal IT team. Job Title: Senior Systems Analyst (RPG / Legacy Systems) Location: Regina, SK (Remote within Canada considered) Job Type: Full-Time/Permanent Key skills required: Key Responsibilities Maintain and enhance legacy systems built on IBM AS/400 (iSeries) with RPG programming. Support the transformation of Business Support Systems (BSS) including future integration with modern platforms (billing, workflow, revenue management). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions. Act as a technical subject matter expert across both legacy and evolving systems. Participate in solution architecture, system administration, and database management. Support and mentor other team members as part of long-term succession planning. Ensure seamless knowledge transfer. Contribute to automation and modernization initiatives while managing day-to-day system needs. Looking for: Proven experience with RPG programming (RPG IV, Free Format RPG, etc.) on IBM iSeries / AS400. Strong blend of technical and analytical capabilities, with a progressive career path (e.g., programmer → system admin). Background in solution architecture, database management, and full-stack development is preferred. Exposure to BSS/OSS environments, especially in telecommunications, is a strong asset. Able to work independently, handle multiple responsibilities, and navigate complex legacy systems with minimal supervision. Willingness to travel quarterly to Regina for in-person collaboration (expenses covered). Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative, community-focused team environment. Key technologies: SQL; PHP; Java; Javascript; Managing AS400/IBMi platforms; MySQL; DB2; IBMi; Linux; Windows server; Requirements gathering / working with stakeholders; AS400 based Applications; Billing System; Database administration Candidates who are interested are welcome to submit their updated resumes either through the LinkedIn job posting or by emailing Aditi.saxena@akkodisgroup.com.
