About this role
Job Description: JDE WorldSoft A7.3 – Technical Lead (10+ Years Experience) Position Title: JDE Technical Lead (Technical & Functional) Experience: 10–15 Years Location: Pune or Bangalore Employment Type: Full-time
Role Summary We are seeking a highly experienced JD Edwards (JDE) WorldSoft A7.3 Professional with deep expertise across both technical development and functional consulting. The ideal candidate will have end-to-end understanding of WorldSoft A7.3 modules, strong development skills in RPG/CL/AS400, and proven experience delivering, enhancing, and supporting JDE ERP solutions in complex business environments.
Key Responsibilities Functional Responsibilities
• Lead requirement gathering, fit–gap analysis, and solution design for JDE WorldSoft A7.3 modules. • Configure and support core modules such as: • Finance (GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets) • Procurement & Inventory • Manufacturing & Shop Floor • Sales & Distribution
• Translate business requirements into system specifications and functional designs. • Support business users during UAT, training, and deployment phases. • Troubleshoot functional issues including data setup, configuration, and process flows. • Drive process improvements, best practices, and optimization initiatives across modules. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for integrations and enhancements.
Technical Responsibilities
• Develop, enhance, and troubleshoot applications using: • RPG, RPGLE, CLLE, SQL/400 • JDE World Writer, FASTR, DREAM Writer • WorldSoft file layouts, DDTT, Data Dictionary
• Perform JDE WorldSoft customizations, report modifications, and workflow enhancements. • Analyze and optimize AS/400 system performance related to JDE jobs, batch processes, and application code. • Design technical specifications and collaborate on functional–technical solution alignment. • Develop data migration scripts, interfaces, and integrations with external systems. • Conduct root-cause analysis and provide long-term resolution for technical defects. • Support upgrades, patches, and retrofits within the JDE WorldSoft ecosystem.
Required Skills & Experience Functional Skills
• Strong understanding of JDE WorldSoft A7.3 core modules and end-to-end business processes. • Ability to map business requirements to JDE standardized solutions. • Experience with: • Item master and inventory management • Procure-to-pay • Order-to-cash • Manufacturing execution • General ledger, accounting, and financial reporting
• Expertise in configuration, table setups, and cross-module dependencies. Technical Skills
• 10+ years hands-on experience in AS/400, RPG, RPGLE, CL, SQL/400. • Strong command of JDE WorldSoft A7.3 toolsets: • World Writer, FASTR • DREAM Writer • Data Dictionary / Data Structures • Menus & security setup
• Experience with EDI, APIs, and system integrations is a plus. • Ability to read, understand, and troubleshoot legacy RPG code.
Soft Skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities. • Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking. • Ability to lead functional & technical discussions independently. • Strong documentation and knowledge management habits. • Team player with ability to work across global teams.
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).