Jose Vasquez

About Jose Vasquez

Senior IBM i / RPGLE Developer with 20+ years of experience modernizing legacy systems, integrating REST APIs, and optimizing ERP and core banking applications. I specialize in transforming complex IBM i environments into scalable, high‑performance, and auditable systems that support enterprise‑level operations.My background spans finance, distribution, warehousing, and ERP modernization, with deep expertise in RPGLE (Free Format), embedded SQL, DB2 for i, service programs, APIs, and cross‑platform integrations. I’ve delivered solutions that improve performance, reduce processing time, strengthen audit readiness, and streamline business workflows.I’ve supported and modernized systems for organizations such as Lennar, PwC, Royal Caribbean, Frontier Communications, and major banks. My work includes REST API development, JD Edwards integrations, Common Data Model design, SQL optimization, and legacy refactoring.I’m known for technical leadership, clean architecture, reusable templates, and mentoring teams to raise development standards. I enjoy solving complex problems, improving system reliability, and helping organizations transition from legacy constraints to modern, efficient IBM i solutions.Open to remote or hybrid opportunities where I can contribute to modernization, integration, and long‑term IBM i strategy.

Experience

1. Sr Software Rpg Developer

   Lennar

   Apr 2021 — Present · Miami, FL, US

   Member of a team developing an API for a data service interface between JD Edwards Enterprise and Salesforce, Common Data Model, Buildpro, and Business Intelligence platforms. REST webservice, MSG formatted in JSON

Education

• Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra

  Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

  1983 — 1989

• Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico

  Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

  1983 — 1989