Job Abstract

Job ID

2024-4468

Type

Full-Time Salaried

Company

Nakupuna Consulting

Nakupuna Consulting is looking for a Solutions Architect I to provide functional and technical expertise in PeopleSoft HCM/FSCM and who can collaborate with other Solutions Architects to design and implement PeopleSoft solutions for a large federal government customer. The individual in this role will be capable of leading a small team of seasoned technical professionals and will work in partnership to design and architect a large, complex Peoplesoft implementation that includes multiple internal and external integrations and interfaces. Should be familiar with HR, Payroll, and Finance business process, and be able to fit delivered PeopleSoft functionality to those processes or recommend customized solutions.

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Understand the “big picture” of a Peoplesoft implementation, how it fits into a larger transformation and works with other systems; be able to create application system architecture designs.

• Work across multiple technical and functional disciplines to synthesize conceptual ideas as well as implement tactical solutions.
• Manage a small team of designers and technical leads, and provide design and development guidance.
• Advise and support senior leadership, the Program Manager and Deputy PM on technical solutions to complex problems.
• Work well within agile, waterfall and hybrid frameworks and make recommendations on the best software development methodologies to utilize.
• Review and analyze requirements, and create and maintain Business Process Models (BPM) and feature designs.
• Work with Subject Matter Experts (SME) to map design features to requirements.
• Categorize and assign work by functionality and subject area and assign to development teams.
• Work directly with customers and stakeholders to identify use cases and write user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Conduct Conference Room Pilots with customers and stakeholders and capture designs.
• Be effective at communicating with high level executives, conducting demonstrations, and making best practice recommendations.
• Determine necessary PeopleSoft configurations and customizations, and utilize Oracle’s CEMLI (Configuration, Extension, Modification, Localization, and Integration) framework to classify the work.
• Identify foundational data needed to support designs.
• Create architecture diagrams and presentation materials to communicate designs.
• Ensure necessary development backlog items are created and assigned to support the design.
• Review Functional Design Documents (FDD’s) to ensure consistency and completeness with feature design.
• Must be willing to occasionally travel (3-4 times per year) and willing to work with a team onsite at one of our offices 2 days per week.

Skills and Qualifications: Excellent technical, organizational, and planning skills; excellent communication and problem-solving skills; problem analysis, attention to detail and accuracy; solid judgment and decision-making ability; initiative and adaptability; focus on customer service.

Qualifications:

• Ability to engage effectively at the business and technical level
• Going above and beyond to meet client needs and expectations
• Understanding the overall strategic objectives (the big picture) while also paying attention to the specific details and nuances that contribute to achieving those objectives
• Display a sense of urgency and commitment to quality and the timely completion of sprint taskings and other projects as assigned
• Ability to apply business and functional knowledge, while working in collaboration with the software development teams in the implementation of PeopleSoft solutions

Desired Education and Professional Experience: This position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Professional Experience - a minimum of three to six (3 - 6) years of professional experience in the industry:

• HCM - 3+ years
• Data Modeling – 3+ years
• 3 full years with demonstrated experience as a Functional Lead.
• Experience in or work for the U.S. military or Department of Defense
• Experience as a consultant

Clearance: A background investigation at the T3 level is required, as this is not currently a classified position. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must at a minimum be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer

The Nakupuna Companies are dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment while providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require special assistance or accommodations during your job application process, please contact recruiting@nakupuna.com.