Lead Developer - Peoplesoft

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Work type:full time
Location:Sydney, NSW
Categories:Information Technology

• Employment Type:  12 months fixed term roles as Lead Developer

• Must have Peoplesoft Human Capital Management experience  

• Location: Kensington (Hybrid Flexible Working) 

About UNSW: 

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re one of the top 20 universities in the world and a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place. 

About UNSW IT and the role: 

UNSW IT is part of the Operations Division at UNSW. The IT team at UNSW plays a critical role in enabling the University’s teaching, research, and industry engagement.  Would you be keen to make a difference and work in higher education?  

The Lead Developer role is responsible for developing and embedding contemporary application development methodologies, identifying and building system designs, structures and tools, and initiating and leading end-to-end delivery and maintenance of high-quality solutions. The role reports to the Technology Manager within HR Solutions and has no direct reports. 

Who You Are:  

• Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience. 

• Extensive experience with development and enhancement of enterprise grade applications.  

• Extensive experience implementing solutions using various technology platforms including custom built and vendor provided solutions.  

• Experience with PeopleSoft Global Payroll functionality would be highly regarded 

• Extensive knowledge of and experience in a range of application development methodologies including ‘agile’, ‘waterfall’, ‘lean’ and ‘rapid’ application development methodologies.  

• Extensive experience using a delivery management tool (e.g. JIRA or MS Team Foundation Server)  

• Strong experience with leading and overseeing preparation and execution of test cases.  

• Sound experience in leading, coaching and motivating team members, as well as effective dispute resolution skills.  

• Sound consultation, influencing and negotiation skills and proven ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.  

• Comprehensive analytical and problem-solving skills and proven capacity to exercise initiative, flexibility and to be proactive in development of robust solutions to problems.  

• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.  

• Demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively on initiatives with a range of people at different levels within an organisation.  

• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.  

• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training. 

Benefits and Culture: 

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. 

Our benefits include: 

• Career development opportunities 

• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments 

• Additional 3 days of leave over December/January holiday period 

• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness) 

For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits  

To Apply: If this is of interest to you, please submit your CV, Cover Letter and responses to the Skills and Experience outlined in the position description. 

Contact: Jen MacLachlan, Senior Talent Acquisition – IT Portfolios [email protected]  

Please note applications sent directly to the contacts above cannot be accepted. 

Applications close: Sunday April 21st at 11.30pm

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application. 

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.  

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. 

Advertised:06 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:21 Apr 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time