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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** University of Wisconsin-Madison - **Location:** Madison, WI, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $85,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Data Analysis, Applications Architecture, Confluence, JIRA, Business Software, Software Documentation, System Configuration, Data Integration, Data Mining, Data Structures, Issue Tracking Systems, Systems Analysis, PeopleCode, PeopleSoft Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Peoplesoft People Tools, Scrum Methodology, Student Information Systems, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Integration, Test Data, Enterprise Software Applications, Application Engine, People Soft, Data Management, Restful APIs, Workday - **Published:** October 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88645137/1 ## About the Role Minimum 3 years of demonstrated experience with higher education student information systems (SIS) and/or higher education ERP platforms (e.g., Oracle PeopleSoft, Ellucian Banner, or Workday). -Minimum 3 years of experience building and optimizing batch programs, integrations, workflow automation, creating complex data extract -Minimum 3 years of experience in data management and analytical skills, including the ability to identify, troubleshoot and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyze data effectively, and develop and evaluate alternative solutions. -Demonstrated ability to work successfully both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team environment -Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and staying current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies. -Demonstrated the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide range of campus stakeholders, including technical and functional teams. Preferred Qualifications: -Minimum 3 years of experience with Oracle PeopleSoft and PeopleTools technologies (e.g., Application Engine, PeopleCode, Integration Broker, SQR). -Minimum 3 years of experience supporting one or more functional areas within PeopleSoft Campus Solutions, including Campus Community, Student Records, and/or Curriculum Management. -Experience using Atlassian Jira and Confluence to support Agile project delivery, backlog management, issue tracking, sprint planning, and team collaboration. -Experience working with Informatica for data integration, transformation, or migration activities. -Experience developing, consuming, troubleshooting, or supporting REST APIs and system integrations. -Experience configuring, supporting, or administering Gideon Taylor eForms in a higher education environment. -Knowledge of University Registrar best practices as they relate to student records, student services, and registration business processes and systems Education: Associate's degree preferred ## Description Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process., Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director - Student Enterprise Applications (SEA), this position will join a team of developers and other IT professionals to analyze, design, develop, troubleshoot, and maintain the PeopleSoft Campus Solutions Student Information System (SIS) and its integrations in support of establishing a sustainable institutional technological infrastructure. Key Job Responsibilities: * 30%: Reviews application design specifications, codes new applications, and makes enhancements to existing applications * 5%: Reviews application modules for quality assurance and checks compliance with application architecture standards * 5%: Leads sub-functional team for application development or enhancement * 5%: Conducts systems analysis, reviews and interprets system requirements, and develops detailed system design specifications for system integration and upgrades * 5%: Trains and provides technical guidance to lower level staff * 5%: Designs and implements test plans, and prepares systems test data * 5%: Unique Responsibility - Demonstrates commitment to the University's mission statement, particularly to be sensitive and responsive to those groups which have been underserved by higher education * 5%: Prepares program documentation and training requirements * 5%: Conducts analysis for the evaluation and selection of vendor software solutions and packages * 20%: Develops, prepares, or modifies technical specifications for complex projects, system integrations, and upgrades * 5%: Contributes to the development of data structure and systems performance strategies * 5%: Unique Responsibility - Meet the documented Office of the Registrar standards including but not limited to: standards in customer service, participation, communications, professional development, and testing of processes/systems. Perform other duties as assigned. Department: The Division of Enrollment Management (DEM) believes in our ability to contribute towards an ecosystem of innovation. Through this relentless desire for bold ideas, DEM leads a comprehensive strategic enrollment approach to attract, enroll, support, and graduate the most talented students. We foster equitable and seamless experiences, value research in practice, engage in responsible stewardship, provide inclusive support, collaborate, and increase access to higher education to accomplish our goals. With students firmly at the center of our actions, decisions, processes, and services, our work helps to deliver the impact of UW-Madison as a world-class institution that enriches communities across the globe. The Division is comprised of a dedicated team of over 400 team members and includes the Office of Admissions and Recruitment, the Office of Student Financial Aid, the Office of the Registrar, and the Office of the Vice Provost for Enrollment Management. DEM invests in the professional growth of our team members and is committed to the highest standard of service for students, colleagues, visitors, and other partners., Cover letter: In 500 words or less, please describe one specific project, process improvement, or technical issue you personally worked on involving a large-scale ERP, student information system, or enterprise business application. Please be specific when you include the following: * The system, module, or application involved * Your role, responsibilities, and individual contributions * The technical tools, technologies, or methods you used * How you collaborated with stakeholders, users, or team members -Resume that reflects your own experience, projects and accomplishments Your cover letter and resume should highlight how your skills and experience align with the qualifications listed above and help the hiring committee to understand your motivation, interests, and potential success in the role. The hiring committee will rely on these written materials to determine which applicants move forward in the process.