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The University System of Georgia (USG) is comprised of 25 higher education institutions as well as the University System Office (USO). Within the USO, our administrative operations are primarily housed in the Trinity Washington Building located in downtown Atlanta. Our Information Technology Services (ITS) division is located in Athens. The University System of Georgia Shared Services Center (SSC) is located in Sandersville. The Georgia Public Library System is located in Atlanta. The Georgia Archives is located in Morrow. The State of Georgia Records Center is located in Austell.
Location
This role is based at the Information Technology Services (ITS) office in Athens, Georgia, located at 2500 Daniells Bridge Road. Onsite attendance is required five days a week, and remote work is not offered for this position.
This position is for permanent, full-time employment. Candidates must reside in the state of Georgia or be willing to relocate to Georgia as a condition of employment.
Please note that we do not provide visa sponsorship or support visa transfers for this position at any point in time. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Job Summary
The Software Developer serves as a key technical resource within the Administrative Services Development Team, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining system fixes, enhancements, and integrations for the University System of Georgia's enterprise applications - OneUSG Connect (PeopleSoft HCM), GeorgiaFIRST Financials, and Augusta Financials.
This working level position bridges the gap between entry-level and senior developer roles, offering the opportunity to lead small development efforts, support production operations, and contribute technical expertise to complex problem-solving and system improvements.
Over the next several years, the Software Developer will play an important role in supporting PeopleSoft production stability while participating in the Unified ERP Project - a multi-year initiative transitioning the University System of Georgia from PeopleSoft Financials and HCM to the Workday platform. The position will ensure continuity and reliability of existing systems while gaining exposure to Workday tools, integrations, and transition activities.
Responsibilities
Application Development & Production Support
-Design, develop, and maintain technical fixes, enhancements, and reports for PeopleSoft HCM, Financials, and Augusta Financials.
-Utilize PeopleSoft development tools such as Application Designer, PeopleCode, Application Engine, Integration Broker, and Data Mover to implement and deploy system changes.
-Create and maintain SQL and PL/SQL scripts, queries, and reports to support system analysis, debugging, and performance optimization.
-Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in coordination with business analysts, functional leads, and other developers.
-Assist with scheduled maintenance, testing, and deployments in adherence with ITS change management processes.
Unified ERP Project - Transition Support
-Serve as a contributing technical member of the Unified ERP Technical Team, supporting the transition from PeopleSoft to Workday Financials, Procurement, and HCM.
-Participate in data validation, interface analysis, and system testing to ensure successful migration and integration between platforms.
-Document existing PeopleSoft integrations and data structures to facilitate accurate mapping and transition to Workday.
-Assist with limited development or integration work required for maintaining system continuity during the transition period.
-Gain exposure to Workday integration frameworks, reporting tools, and cloud-based architecture through training and project collaboration.
Technical Analysis, Documentation & Collaboration
-Analyze business requirements and translate them into functional technical solutions.
-Develop and maintain system documentation including technical specifications, configuration changes, and deployment instructions.
-Collaborate closely with DBAs, system administrators, and other developers on performance tuning, data management, and release coordination.
-Participate in code reviews, quality assurance testing, and post-deployment validation.
-Provide peer mentorship to entry-level developers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
Continuous Improvement & Learning
-Stay current on PeopleSoft development practices, Oracle database technologies, and cloud ERP trends.
-Actively engage in professional development to build skills applicable to Workday, integrations, and data transformation.
-Recommend technical and process improvements to enhance system reliability and efficiency.
Required Qualifications
-A bachelor's degree in computer science, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
- 0-2 years of software development or technical support experience (internships or academic projects may substitute).
- Foundational knowledge of SQL, PL/SQL, or other database query languages.
- Familiarity with programming concepts and object-oriented development principles.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a technical team and follow established development standards.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to or coursework related to PeopleSoft, Workday, or other ERP systems.
- Familiarity with PeopleSoft development tools such as Application Designer, PeopleCode, Application Engine, or Integration Broker.
- Experience with SQR, SQL Developer, or nVision reporting tools.
- Basic understanding of API integrations, web services, or cloud-based applications.
- Knowledge of ITIL or other change management frameworks.
- Experience with Java, Python, or XSLT.
- Interest in supporting enterprise software transformations or large-scale system migrations.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Software Development and System Support: Knowledge of software development methodologies, programming concepts, application design, system integration, testing practices, and troubleshooting techniques used to support enterprise applications and business processes.
SKILLS
Application Development and Problem Resolution: Skilled in developing, testing, maintaining, and supporting software applications; analyzing technical issues; documenting solutions; and collaborating with team members to implement system enhancements and resolve defects.
ABILITIES
Technical Analysis and Collaboration: Ability to interpret business requirements, develop effective technical solutions, manage multiple assignments, communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders, and work independently or as part of a team to support organizational objectives.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are subject to federal and state laws, as well as the statutes, rules, and regulations of this organization, and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG). These Bylaws and Policies are available for inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University System Office is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the University System Office to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.
For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the University System Office Human Resources at 404.962.3242. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.
Background Check
Offers of employment are subject to a background investigation, including criminal records history, to determine eligibility for employment. Additionally, credentials and employment history stated in your application materials are also subject to verification.
For certain positions, a satisfactory credit check, MVR, or other relevant investigations may also be conducted. The University System Office holds the sole discretion in assessing eligibility for employment.