Senior IBMi (iSeries) AI Automation Engineer

Post Date

Jun 15, 2026

Location

Chandler,
Arizona

ZIP/Postal Code

85224
US
Aug 15, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Programmer / Developer

Req #

CLT-c99374e2-7ad3-44d7-95ab-95f5106722d2

Pay Rate

$56 - $70 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Day-to-Day:
• Lead design and development of AI-driven automation frameworks for IBMi patching
• Build and deploy agent-based workflows to automate vulnerability remediation
• Integrate AI agents with IBMi systems, APIs, and security tools
• Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams to prioritize patching efforts
• Drive scalability, reliability, and operational readiness of automation solutions
• Continuously improve automation to reduce risk and accelerate remediation timelines
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Job Description:
Insight Global is seeking a Senior IBMi (iSeries) AI Automation Engineer for a leading enterprise client focused on modernizing legacy infrastructure through advanced automation. This candidate will spearhead the development of AI-enabled solutions to transform vulnerability patching processes across IBMi environments. They will design and implement agent-based frameworks that automate remediation at scale, seamlessly integrating with existing systems and security tools. The ideal candidate brings deep IBMi expertise combined with modern AI/automation capabilities, enabling organizations to improve efficiency, reduce security risk, and drive innovation in infrastructure operations.

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Required Skills & Experience

Must-Haves:
• 10+ years of IBMi (iSeries) infrastructure engineering (installation, testing, operations)
• Strong experience building AI/agent-based automation frameworks
• Advanced Python programming in enterprise environments
• Hands-on experience integrating with IBMi (iSeries) APIs
• Experience in large-scale enterprise infrastructure environments
• Ability to design and deploy automation solutions at scale

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Plusses:
• Experience with agent-based or autonomous system architectures
• Familiarity with IBMi vulnerability patching tools and processes
• Exposure to AIOps / AI-driven infrastructure operations
• Background in security-focused automation or remediation workflows

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.