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Employers hiring for people with expertise in RPG also frequently require knowledge of Mainframe, AS/400, DB2, and IBM i. This is based on data from over 32 RPG listings.
Based on 1 job openings in Canada, the average salary for RPG professionals is $78,238. Specific salaries vary depending on experience and role.
RPG (Report Program Generator) was introduced by IBM in the late 1950s to simplify business reporting and data processing. It became the primary application language for IBM midrange systems, including AS/400 and IBM i.
Modern RPG has evolved significantly, supporting free-form syntax, modular design, and integration with web services. It is still heavily used in manufacturing, retail, and distribution industries running long-lived IBM i applications.
The demand for RPG professionals remains steady. Companies like AXA, CVS Health, Unison Group, and Taylor together with 18 more are actively hiring in the space.
These cities in Canada have the most job openings requiring RPG expertise.
