Description
Information Technologies is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Senior Systems Analyst.
We are currently seeking a SR Analyst to join the Information Technologies Group. This position is within the PeopleSoft Application Development team, reporting to the Lead Application Architect, IT Application Development. The team is responsible for the development and sustainment of PeopleSoft Enterprise applications. The job nature requires well-rounded knowledge of programing, analysis, solution design and architecture. Preference will be given to individuals who have experience in PeopleSoft or similar ERPs. Additional preferred skills include technical analysis, developing technical design specifications, development of custom objects including reports, interfaces, conversions, and enhancements.
Training will be provided to assist with work arising from issues and problems identified either by the Business or the ERP Working Groups. The Senior Systems Analyst works under the guidance of the Lead Application Architect and is relied upon to mentor and guide junior development resources.The candidate is expected to work in a hybrid arrangement (2 days remote, 3 days in-person).
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
- Provide technical input with PeopleSoft Application Consultants and Business Analysts by assisting with identifying and developing system enhancements.
- Create business process improvements by fully investigating alternative solutions.
- Collaborate with the PeopleSoft Application Consultants, Analysts, and Architects to identify conversions, integrations, and application enhancements.
- Report requirements, confirming scope and cross system impacts are fully understood.
- Develop in accordance with the University Application Development Standards
- Maintain development consistencies between Application Modules
- Collaborate with non-PeopleSoft teams to design and build integrations points.
- Develop security setup for application objects, user profiles and data access.
- Remain well informed with PeopleSoft application updates and emerging technologies.
- Identify and resolve hardware, software, and data related problems.
- Provide the release setup and configurations with regularly scheduled maintenance.
- Identify and communicate delays and other changes to the development build schedules.
- Regularly submit project status updates and timesheets to the Lead Application Architect.
- Monitor and log issues/resolution options in the IT ADSM Change Management system.
- Record customizations in the IT ADSM Documentation Library.
- Create process and procedures for configuration and code management.
Qualifications / Requirements:
- University Degree or equivalent in Computer Science or recognized technical certification.
- 8-10 years of Development experience
- Willing to train on all aspects of the Oracle PeopleSoft Architecture from both a technical and functional perspective.
- Knowledge of the Oracle PeopleSoft Finance/SCM (preferred), HCM and Campus Solutions suite of applications, version 9.2 experience is an asset.
- ITIL and PM certification an asset
- Skilled in the use of project management, requirements analysis, technical design, development and testing techniques.
- Experience building and sustaining ERP system interfaces, Enterprise Portal, and Security.
- Strong understanding of industry standard Access controls
- Familiarity with database management software, preferably Oracle
- Highly professional team player possessing strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with business partners.
- Proficiency translating business requirements into technical specifications.
- Strong relationship skills, engaging collaboratively with other team members.
- Capable of independently managing multiple competing priorities in accordance with best practice.
Application Deadline: April 9, 2025
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 3.
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About the University of Calgary
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