Peoplesoft Developer

The PeopleSoft Developer is a key part of the Student Information System Services (SIS) technical team. The incumbent in this position is responsible for PeopleSoft development, including integrations, upgrades, customizations, and reports.  The incumbent will also contribute to planning, design, and technical recommendations.  The individual will work under general oversight and will promote best practices through comprehensive documentation and change management controls. The ability to handle several projects concurrently (both independently and collaboratively) and meet deadlines is required.  Some evening and weekend work is required.

Professional Development

• Through classes, conferences, and reading, keep abreast of new PeopleSoft developments.

• Participate in user groups, working groups, and information exchanges to share and expand knowledge of PeopleSoft technologies.

PeopleSoft Development and Support

• Develop and debug software components using PeopleSoft specific tools, languages and environments.

• Design and implement solutions using Application Engine, SQL, PeopleCode, Application Packages, Application Classes, and Integration Broker.

• Develop and support PeopleSoft Fluid components and user interfaces.

• Build and debug application interfaces between PeopleSoft and other systems.

• Develop and update software components in support of PeopleSoft updates and enhancements.

• Participate in the detailed analysis, design, development, and implementation of enhancement projects.

• Support system testing and bug fixing activities.

• Create complex reports and SQL queries to support business users’ requests.

• Coordinate or perform database related tasks.

• Provide technical support and enhancements for PeopleSoft Campus Solutions Student Administration modules.

• Provide technical support and enhancements for Student Financials modules.

• Collaborate with functional teams to implement solutions that meet business and campus requirements.

PeopleSoft Consulting

• Assist partners/customers with development and debugging of PeopleSoft customizations and software components.

• Assist partners/customers with implementation and development of application interfaces.

• Assist partners/customers with development related to PeopleSoft software updates.

• Support installation of developed interfaces and customizations for partners/customers.

The Office of Learning & Information Technology Services (OLITS) is dedicated to supporting the use of technology to enhance the teaching and learning mission of the UW System universities. OLITS staff have responsibility for systemwide collaboration and enhancement of six major areas of Information Technology:

• overall systemwide IT planning;

• technology for teaching and learning;

• development of major administrative systems;

• wide area networking issues;

• library automation and collections enhancement; and

• research and development in emerging technologies.

In addition, OLITS develops and supports information technology systems and services that allow UW System Administration staff to effectively and efficiently perform their responsibilities.

The PeopleSoft Developer (official title: Software Engineer/Developer IV) is a full-time, salaried (exempt), academic staff position.

Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $91,000 - $104,000 commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer and information technology or a related information technology field

• Two or more years of demonstrated proficiency in Oracle PeopleSoft development, with experience working in PeopleSoft 9.2 environments.

• Experience working with Integration Broker, People Tools, Application Engine, SQL, SQR, PeopleCode, Application Packages, and Application Classes.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Well-qualified applicants will also have a substantial amount of experience in a combination of the following:

• Experience building and debugging application customizations using PeopleSoft specific tools, languages, and environments.

• Experience with PeopleSoft Fluid development in a 9.2 Campus Solutions environment.

• Familiarity with controlled change management processes.

• Demonstrated proficiency in creating and modifying reports.

• Experience in planning, implementation and design of PeopleSoft customizations and integrations.

• Demonstrated focus on customer service and customer support.

• Experience creating technical documentation.

Work Location:

Telecommuting or hybrid work options may be available. The business location is located at 780 Regent Street in Madison WI. Preference will be given to candidates that reside within the state of Wisconsin. Telecommuting agreements are subject to change at any time.

Conditions of Employment:

The Universities of Wisconsin will not sponsor a work visa for this position at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9 upon hire.

To ensure full consideration, please submit application materials as soon as possible. Applicant screening will begin immediately and be ongoing through 11:59 pm, Friday, June 5, 2026 (Updated on 5/15/26. Original assured consideration date was: May 22, 2026). However, applications may be accepted until the position has been filled.

To receive full consideration, interested applicants are required to apply online and provide:

• Resume (PDF Format)

• Cover letter addressing your experience and education as it applies to all minimum and preferred qualifications (PDF Format)

Contact Information:

Questions may be addressed to: Sarah Haen, HR Manager, at [email protected]

If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request by contacting [email protected]. 

This offer of employment is conditional pending the results of a criminal background check and a reference check process that includes questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence, and sexual harassment. If you have prior work history within the past 7 years with the Universities of Wisconsin, your personnel file will also be reviewed for employee misconduct. If the results are unacceptable, the offer will be withdrawn or, if you have started employment, your employment will be terminated.

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on, before, or after the effective date of appointment.   

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. §. 19.36(7). 

Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the Faculty, Academic Staff & Limited Appointees  or University Staff   Please see this link for total compensation information: Universities of Wisconsin Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to provide you with total compensation information. 

The Universities of Wisconsin provides statistics on campus crime in its Annual Security Report.  For more information on university campus statistics see https://www.wisconsin.edu/compliance/clery/.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.