PeopleSoft Developer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and one of the world’s major research universities.  We employ over 5400 academic and professional staff to support 41,000+ students making us one of NZ’s largest employers.  Our IT environment is extensive, ranging from traditional IT solutions to technology that supports cutting-edge learning, teaching and research activity.  With close to 50,000 users there is an exciting mix of complexity and scale in all IT strategy and operations.  

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are currently seeking two PeopleSoft Developers for a 24-month fixed-term contract to join our collaborative Digital Development team. This role will be responsible for developing software solutions using PeopleSoft that solve real business problems and deliver value to our organisation.  

As a PeopleSoft Developer, your responsibilities will include implementation, maintenance and upgrade tasks in the HR and Finance streams.   You will also engage in all aspects of the software development lifecycle for ensuring that best possible solutions are achieved. 

For these positions, we are open to considering candidates who can work remotely and/or based overseas.  

Mō tō mātou rōpū | About the team

The Digital Development team are committed to the consistent delivery of high-quality digital outcomes that enable learning, teaching and research.  Our team members are integrated into Agile teams that are responsible for a specific value stream for the University.  

He kōrero mōu | About you

Ideal applicants will bring:

•  A degree or qualification in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems. 
• Experience with implementation, configuration, upgrade, customisation and production support of PeopleSoft HR and Financials
• Development experience, in a selection of languages, platforms, technologies, and functional domains either front or back end.
• Technical troubleshooting skills 
• Ability to identify and interpret customer needs 
• Awareness of the wider applications ecosystem, ranging from infrastructure through to support and strategy 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices
• Career development programmes
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
• Company superannuation scheme, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services.

For more information please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Sunday 31st October to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV combined as one document.

For more information, please see the position description here.

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz.