The Associate IBMi Software Engineer is a fundamental technical contributor in the organization who is responsible for supporting the development and maintenance of software solutions. They are developing and building the applications and systems that run the company. This could be the backend systems, the frontend user experience, the products, or the tools to keep the business running. They work under the supervision of more senior software engineers and contribute to the technical direction of the software engineering department. The impact they should have on the company is to deliver high-quality software products that meet the needs of customers while developing their technical skills and knowledge. They should have a keen focus on learning and professional development, as well as a willingness to collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders. Additionally, we expect every Associate IBMi Software Engineer to actively learn and apply agentic AI coding tools — treating AI as a primary collaborator — and to develop the judgment to critically evaluate AI-generated output for quality, correctness, and security.Responsibilities:
Performance Outcomes
Performance Outcome: Development of Products or Systems
The Associate IBMi Software Engineer is an early career engineer who is learning the tools and processes for developing quality software at scale. They are still developing expertise in an initial area of the development process (e.g., frontend, backend, IBM i). Within an area this may be limited to one or two approaches. They can contribute to the design and architecture of the system but are typically following the lead of others. The Associate IBMi Software Engineer will focus on an individual component of a product or system. They will be learning how this system interacts with other components. Their work will largely be focused on individual tasks and tickets. They will think about features mostly within the current sprint. They will largely work from tickets and tasks as assigned by their team leads, focusing on efficiency and learning the development process along the way.
Individual tasks include:
o Develop and maintain backend systems on IBM i using RPG, SQLRPGLE, and CLP
o Integrate IBM i applications with relational databases (DB2 for i) and enterprise systems
o Understanding of SQL-based data access patterns
o Deliver reliable, tested code including unit tests and contributions to CI/CD pipelines
o Track defects, resolutions, and bug fixes to support quality software delivery
o Learn and apply agentic AI coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code) under senior guidance and develop the discipline to critically review AI-generated output before committing
o Collaborate with fellow engineers, product managers, and QA across teams
o Engage in ongoing personal study of modern technologies and industry-related knowledge and skills, including staying current on AI-assisted development practices
Performance Outcome: Engagement and Collaboration
The Associate IBMi Software Engineer will work intricately with their teammates and may also collaborate with neighboring teams' software engineers, product managers, and others. They will welcome and seek opportunities to learn and grow from more senior engineers as they also continue to develop their skills.
Engagement responsibilities include:
o Work closely and effectively with teammates, which may include fellow software engineers, program/product managers, software test engineers, and others
o Contribute to the implementation of dynamic requirements/initiatives with teammates, cross-team collaborators
o Participate in daily team stand-ups, sprint planning, engineering guilds
o Share on-call/escalation responsibilities with your team
Education, Knowledge, and Experience
o 0-5 years of industry experience in IBMi software engineering
o Degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent industry or training experience
o Coding proficiency:
o For backend-focused IBM i software engineers: Foundational knowledge of RPG, SQLRPGLE, and/or CLP for IBM i
o Experience with modern web or backend technologies (Node.js, C#/.NET) is a plus but not required.
o Attributes:
o A growth mindset with eagerness to deepen IBM i skills and learn modern integration patterns
o Demonstrated interest in learning and applying agentic AI coding tools (e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) to accelerate development
o Ability to critically evaluate AI-generated code for correctness, quality, and security — never accepting output without review
o Ability to work well with other engineers in a collaborative environment
o Attention to detail and quality
o Open-minded approach to new ideas and approaches
o Willingness to challenge others and be challenged
o Share in the goal of creating the best design and architecture possible
FLSA Status
Exempt
Physical Requirements/ Work Environment
Employee must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time, with the physical ability to work at the computer or other sedentary tasks for long periods of time. Employee can conduct duties discreetly and impartially. If working remotely, employee is able to work in a space that allows them to effectively complete their job tasks, including having reliable internet connectivity and the ability to participate effectively while on phone and video calls. Employee has regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
Additional Information:- Location: Remote - United States
- Work Arrangement: This position is fully remote. Occasional travel to corporate offices or company events may be required based on business needs.
- Department: Engineering and IT Operations
- Employment: Full-time
- FLSA: Exempt
- Application Deadline: This posting is anticipated to close on October 20, 2026.
- Annual Base Compensation: $100,000 - $150,000
- Other Compensation
- In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a quarterly bonus which is a percentage of base salary and based on company and individual performance. Incentive awards are discretionary and are not guaranteed.
- Benefits
- LegalShield offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid short-term disability and basic life and AD&D insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with company match; paid time off, paid holidays, paid sick leave, and paid parental leave; and LegalShield and IDShield membership plans. Additional benefits may apply based on position and eligibility.
Commitment to Equal Opportunity
PPLSI conforms to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any concerns, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any concerns or otherwise oppose discrimination.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Human Resources at: [email protected].
Skills Required
- 0-5 years of industry experience in software engineering
- Degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent industry or training experience
- Foundational knowledge of RPG, SQLRPGLE, and/or CLP for IBM i
- Ability to work collaboratively with other engineers
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Growth mindset and eagerness to deepen IBM i skills and learn modern integration patterns
- Interest in learning and applying agentic AI coding tools such as Claude Code or GitHub Copilot
- Ability to critically evaluate AI-generated code for correctness, quality, and security
- Experience with Node.js or C#/.NET
PPLSI Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about PPLSI and has not been reviewed or approved by PPLSI.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage begin on the first day with multiple plan options and FSA/HSA availability. Immediate eligibility and plan choice indicate robust core health coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO increases with tenure and allows substantial rollover, and paid parental leave is offered. The ability to carry over a large PTO balance provides added flexibility for time away.
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Retirement Support — A dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match begins after one year, signaling meaningful long-term savings support.
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What We Do
We create services that protect and empower people. Our vision is to build a better world where access to justice and security is equal for every human — regardless of gender, race, orientation, education, social status, or personal wealth. PPLSI enables everyone to pursue their life – to worry less and live more – without the fear that a legal or privacy issue might bring it all crashing down. Our Mission PPLSI protects and empowers people with the tools and services needed to affordably live a just and secure life. Real Impact PPLSI is making a difference in the lives of our members. Through affordable legal services, we recovered and saved our members over $22 million in 2020. With our privacy and identity theft protection services, we saved our members an additional $5,000,000. With more than 1.8 million family members and 100,000 small business members, PPLSI brands provide access to technology and professional experts to make life better. Disrupting Justice We innovate and disrupt the traditional legal system – an expensive, complicated, and time-consuming system to make legal access simple, easy and affordable. In the same way that Uber forever changed the transportation industry, Amazon created a new way to shop for everyday goods and Netflix changed how people consume TV shows and movies; PPLSI is the disruptive force providing millions of people with access to the legal and identity protection services they deserve.
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