About this job
About the Position
Lane County Technology Services is seeking an experienced Senior Programmer & Systems Analyst to support the development, integration, administration, and production operation of multiple PeopleSoft enterprise environments.
This is a senior-level technical position for an experienced developer/analyst who can independently evaluate complex problems, design sustainable solutions, troubleshoot critical production issues, and make sound technical decisions with consideration for performance, security, maintainability, and future upgrades.
The successful candidate will work closely with developers, business analysts, functional analysts, business partners, vendors, and regional government partners supporting PeopleSoft HCM, FSCM, and related enterprise systems.
We are looking for someone who can do more than develop to a specification. The Senior Programmer & Systems Analyst is expected to analyze business needs, identify technical options and risks, recommend solutions, and carry complex work through development, testing, implementation, and production support.
What You Will Do
PeopleSoft Development & Systems Analysis
Design, develop, enhance, and maintain complex PeopleSoft applications and custom solutions.
Develop using technologies such as PeopleCode, Application Engine, Application Packages, Component Interfaces, SQL, SQR, PS Query, BI/XML Publisher, and Integration Broker.
Analyze functional and technical requirements and recommend appropriate delivered, configured, integrated, or customized solutions.
Evaluate proposed customizations with consideration for long-term maintainability and future PeopleSoft upgrades.
Production Support & Troubleshooting
Independently diagnose and resolve complex production issues across PeopleSoft HCM, FSCM, integrations, and related applications.
Perform root-cause analysis using application logs, tracing, SQL analysis, process monitoring, and other diagnostic tools.
Assess downstream impacts and ensure fixes are thoroughly tested before production implementation.
Identify recurring issues and develop sustainable solutions rather than short-term workarounds.
Integrations
Design, develop, support, and troubleshoot interfaces between PeopleSoft and internal or external systems.
Evaluate appropriate integration approaches based on business requirements, security, reliability, performance, monitoring, and maintainability.
Build appropriate error handling, logging, recovery, and support processes into integrations.
Upgrades, PUM & Application Maintenance
Participate in and provide technical leadership for PeopleSoft patches, PUM cycles, upgrades, and implementations.
Evaluate changes to delivered and customized objects and determine appropriate retrofit, redesign, or replacement strategies.
Review release documentation and compare reports and coordinate technical and functional testing.
Help reduce unnecessary customization and preserve supported upgrade paths.
Performance, Quality & Security
Analyze and improve SQL, application, batch-processing, and integration performance.
Apply secure development practices and appropriate application and database controls.
Develop and execute technical test plans for enhancements, integrations, fixes, patches, and upgrades.
Maintain clear technical documentation and development standards.
Senior-Level Technical Partnership
Translate complex technical concepts for functional and business partners.
Identify technical risks, dependencies, and downstream impacts.
Provide technical guidance and contribute to standards, architecture, and team knowledge.
Collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders with different professional backgrounds, technical expertise, and perspectives.
About the Technology Services Department
Mission Statement: Solutions, Service, Value
Lane County Technology Services is a regional leader in delivering innovation and infrastructure to our customers and partners that maximizes the value from every technology dollar spent. In addition to serving internal customer needs, for over 50 years Lane County has hosted Regional Information Services as well serving local cities and other partners with shared datacenter, networking and application services. We are dedicated to helping our customers meet their business needs through excellent customer service and integrated solutions.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.
*This is an AFSCME represented position*
Training
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in computer science or a related field.
Experience
Four years of systems analysis and programming experience that demonstrate increased responsibility in application software maintenance and development.
An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
Special Requirements
As a condition of employment, these positions require a criminal background investigation and a security clearance as required by State or Federal regulatory requirements.
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the assignment. Due to federal security requirements, US citizenship is required.
Preferred Qualifications5+ years of hands-on experience with PeopleSoft development, configuration, and systems analysis preferred.
Progressively responsible experience developing and supporting complex PeopleSoft enterprise environments.
Experience independently designing complex PeopleSoft solutions.
Experience supporting both HCM and FSCM environments.
Experience with PeopleSoft integrations and Integration Broker.
Experience with major upgrades, implementations, and PUM process cycles.
Experience with SQL and application performance analysis.
Experience in a public-sector, multi-agency, or similarly complex enterprise environment.
Experience providing technical guidance, establishing standards, or mentoring other technical staff.
This position requires demonstrated professional experience with:
PeopleSoft application development and technical support.
PeopleCode and/or Application Engine.
SQL development and troubleshooting.
Complex production support and root-cause analysis.
PeopleSoft upgrades, patches, or PUM process cycles.
Enterprise application integrations.
Systems analysis and translating business requirements into technical solutions.
Candidates should also have experience with several of the following:
Application Packages
Component Interfaces
Integration Broker
SQR
PS Query
BI/XML Publisher
PeopleSoft HCM and/or FSCM
Performance tuning
Workflow
Web services/APIs
Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
Programmer & Systems Analyst - Senior Classification Details
Selection Process
Equal Employment Opportunity
Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
Strategic Plan
In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.
The 2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.