Software Developer IV

Nakupuna Companies • Arlington, VA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Nakupuna Consulting is seeking a Software Developer IV to join the Portfolio Operations team, supporting the execution of a large size, multi-year contract to the Integrated Personnel and Pay System – Army (IPPS-A) Army Military Payroll (AMP). The Developer’s key responsibility will be ensuring the accuracy and integrity of payroll data through rigorous testing and validation processes, ensuring compliance with customer and Nakupuna company policies and legal regulations.

Requirements

• Proficiency in SQL
• Create technical design specifications
• Minimum 2 years of experience working in a computer software-related field.
• PeopleSoft PeopleTools and SQL knowledge.
• Strong communication skills.
• This position requires a current Secret clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with additional programming languages (Python, Java) is preferred
• Experience with database management systems
• Strong understanding of data validation techniques
• Project Management experience is a plus
• Bachelor of Science degree in a Computer Software or Engineering major or 2 or more years of experience within the federal government, DoD, Army, or IC preferred.
• Certifications in PeopleSoft PeopleTools, and SAFe for Teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Writing basic queries
• Create or update data conversion programs
• Run payrolls for comparison/reconciliation testing
• Create comprehensive test plans
• Data Analytics and Validation - verify the accuracy of employee data, pay rates, and deductions.
• Reconcile pay results between systems
• Regression Testing - ensure that new code or changes do not introduce errors into existing payroll functionality
• Problem Solving - identify, analyze, and resolve issues or discrepancies in payroll data or processes; categorize variances
• Conduct peer reviews on other teammates’ configuration and code to ensure accuracy and alignment to overall architecture and design.
• Document software configurations in prescribed documentation tool(s)
• Conduct unit testing in line with defined quality engineering processes
• Conduct software development activities in support of application enhancements and system defects
• Documentation - maintain thorough documentation of test plans, results, and resolutions
• Mentor junior team members.

Benefits

• The Nakupuna Companies use a market-based compensation strategy to ensure that our employees are compensated within applicable market ranges commensurate with multiple factors, including but not limited to the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, and position location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior