What Is a Remote Rpg Programmer and How to Become One

By ZipRecruiter Marketplace Research Team

A remote RPG programmer works in software development, creating new applications or tools using the report program generator language, which was originally designed for the IBM minicomputer system on the AS/400 and i-Series of computers. RPG is one of the most frequently used programming languages, and significant amounts of business enterprise, infrastructure operations, and other essential system controls use it. As a remote RPG programmer, you work from home as part of a larger team of developers, building web and windows applications. Your duties and responsibilities include scripting tests, checking code, and building out programs.

To become a remote RPG programmer, you need to have several qualifications including the right education, professional experience, and a set of technical skills that range wider than knowledge of AS/400 and i-Series technology, such as .NET and Visual Studio. A bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, or a closely related subject is typically a prerequisite for any RPG programming job. You should also have knowledge of relational databases, SQL, and some web design languages, such as HTML and JavaScript. Strong written and verbal communication skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail are essential. Because you work from home, you need reliable internet access.