Wake Forest University

Senior Analyst and Programmer, Finance Systems

Wake Forest University$75K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-6 years of relevant experience in ERP integration and development
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field
  • Proficient in Workday integration technologies (EIB, Core Connectors, Document Transformation)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Translate business requirements into technical specifications
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and address functionality gaps
  • Develop and integrate applications using various programming languages and tools
  • Create Workday integrations aligned with business needs
  • Analyze, modify, and maintain existing applications
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in development and production
  • Ensure security and confidentiality of proprietary information

Benefits

  • Work in a collaborative team environment
  • Opportunity for professional growth in an academic setting
  • Access to university resources and potential for continuing education
  • Flexible working conditions, including potential after-hours support
  • Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders within the university
Full Job Description
Develops, integrates, analyzes, and/or modifies enterprise applications and solutions in support of the university's application portfolio with emphasis on Workday and the corresponding integrations to downstream systems. We are looking for a creative, self-motivated and dependable team player with excellent logical reasoning skills. The candidate should have effective time management, prioritization, and decision making skills when managing multiple competing projects and timelines. The ideal candidate must possess 4 years of experience in service-oriented architecture design principles, ERP HCM/Financials/Student integration design patterns, phased implementation methodologies and in-depth knowledge of various Workday integration cloud platform technologies like EIB, Core Connectors, Document Transformation, Workday Studio and Workday Extend. Familiarity with the Workday object model, creating calculated fields and custom reports. A demonstrated proficiency with Web Services, XSLT, XML, JSON, REST, HTTP, SSL, PGP, and SAML are required. *This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply . Essential Functions: 37Translates business requirements into agile specification for programs and associated scripts to deliver functionality, usability and compliance with programming and security standards. 37Uses subject matter expertise in working directly with stakeholders to identify problems or functionality gaps in software programs and processes, or desired enhancements to programs or processes. 37Uses a variety of programming languages, software tools, and operating systems to develop code required for integrating applications, automating or improving processes, and supporting self-service functions for customers. 37Develop Workday integrations using the Workday integration technologies to meet the business requirements. 37Ability to assess requirements and estimate effort required to develop solutions. 37Analyze, modify and maintain existing applications. 37Recommend alternate development solutions as appropriate. 37Assumes responsibility for delivery of completed products, working collaboratively with team members, project managers, and end users. 37Troubleshoots and resolves complex development, testing, and production issues. 37Accountable for maintaining the security and confidentiality of any proprietary or sensitive information or data in any medium regarding the university or its students, faculty, or staff. Accessing or disclosing such information or data must be deemed necessary for the performance of one's job responsibilities and must be authorized by the employee's supervisor. 37Availability to work after hours and/or weekends and on-call, as specified by the supervisor. 37Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: 37Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related discipline that requires excellent analytical skills or a combination of education and experience. 37Four to six years of professional experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 37Excellent verbal/written communication skills. 37Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and independent problem solving abilities. 37Demonstrated work experience with ERP packages, QA tools and processes, and other Higher Ed products, tools and technologies needed to support Wake Forest University's strategic and tactical IT goals. 37Thorough knowledge of standard design/development life cycle, tools, techniques, including software version control. 37Knowledge of various Workday cloud platform technologies like EIB, Core Connectors, Document Transformation, Workday Studio and Workday Extend. 37Thorough knowledge of Oracle database architecture, SQL, PLSQL, and Linux/Unix shell scripting. 37Demonstrated ability to work with customers to define requirements, create technical designs, and build solutions that meet or exceed user expectations. 37Demonstrated proficiency with XML, XSLT, REST, JSON, HTTP, SSL, PGP, SAML, etc. 37Experience in service-oriented architecture design principles, common ERP HCM/Financials integration design patterns. 37Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: 37Familiarity with the WFU ERP suite of products (e.g. Workday) for higher education as well as strong understanding of the WFU-IS delivered and supported portfolio of products and services. 37Familiarity with ETL tools (e.g. Snaplogic). 37Understanding of Agile software development principles. 37Familiarity with Web API and Web Services using Java, Groovy, JavaScript, Spring, Springboot, vueJS, Thymeleaf, and cloud hosting services such as AWS. 37Familiarity with multiple operating systems such as Windows/Linux and scripting languages such as bash. 37Understanding of business principles as related to the various functional areas in Higher Education environments. 37Familiarity with database technologies such as Oracle, PL/SQL, SQL, and MySQL. 37Thorough understanding of Applications Development Lifecycle including Agile Methodologies and CI/CD utilizing build tools such as Jenkins, Application Administration, and Applications Support disciplines. 37Thorough understanding of current tools and technologies to support Application Development, Application Administration and Application Support including ticketing/tracking software such as Jira and FreshService. 37Experience in Workday integration cloud platform technologies like EIB, Core Connectors, Document Transformation, Workday Studio and Workday Extend. 37Comfortable with web frameworks to build scalable web applications. 37Experience designing, versioning, and maintaining RESTful APIs. Accountabilities: 37Individual contributor that is fully proficient in applying established standards; knowledge based acquired from several years of experience in a particular area. 37Works independently; may instruct or coach other professionals. Additional Job Description Physical Requirements: Work primarily involves sitting/standing, communicating with others to exchange information, operating a computer, and assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned. Environmental Conditions: Subject to inside environmental conditions. Not typically exposed to adverse environmental conditions Time Type Requirement Full time Note to Applicant: This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

About Wake Forest University

Wake Forest University is a private research university located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The university was founded in 1834 and is known for its liberal arts programs and research in the fields of medicine, law, and business. Wake Forest University offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs through its six schools and colleges. The university's motto is 'Pro Humanitate', which means 'For Humanity'. Wake Forest University is consistently ranked among the top universities in the United States.
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