Lead, Software Engineer - Time & Attendance Systems
Quest Diagnostics•Secaucus, NJ
•Hybrid
About The Position
Working as a key technical leader, this individual is responsible for providing comprehensive monitoring, maintenance, and support services for existing Kronos time clocks and servers. Additionally, this role acts as the primary technical lead for a large-scale modernization project to implement new Oracle time clocks, replacing the legacy Kronos systems across the business. This is a hybrid opportunity (3 days in office & 2 days WFH) based out of Secaucus, NJ.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
- At least 5 years of experience in systems administration, software engineering, or IT support, with a minimum of 3 years directly managing and supporting Kronos time clock hardware and server environments.
- Deep understanding of time and attendance system architecture, server management, and network protocols.
- Knowledge of Kronos application servers and Oracle integrations.
- Strong technical troubleshooting, hardware and software configuration, project management experience, and cross-functional communication skills.
- Technical troubleshooting, strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, project management, and written/verbal communication.
Nice To Haves
- Project management training (e.g., PMP).
- Experience supporting and maintaining Kronos Timeclocks
- Experience in implementing Oracle time collection devices
- Experience leading hardware replacement projects or implementing Oracle HCM / Oracle Time & Labor integrated hardware.
- Certifications related to Oracle Time & Labor or Oracle HCM Cloud.
Responsibilities
- Provide daily monitoring, maintenance, and tier-3 support for existing Kronos time clocks and related server infrastructure.
- Lead the end-to-end technical implementation of the Oracle time clock replacement project, transitioning the business away from legacy Kronos hardware
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR, Payroll, IT Networks and Operations) to gather requirements and ensure seamless integration of the new Oracle devices with core systems.
- Troubleshoot complex hardware, software, and network connectivity issues related to time collection devices.
- Design and execute comprehensive testing plans for the new Oracle time clocks prior to business-wide rollout.
- Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including system configurations, operational procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
- Function as the subject matter expert (SME) on time collection systems, providing guidance and training to junior staff and helpdesk teams.
- Ensure all time and attendance systems adhere to corporate security, data privacy, and compliance standards.
Benefits
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
- Best-in-class well-being programs
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program
- Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
- FinFit financial coaching and services
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Annual incentive plans
- Matching gifts program
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
- Career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
