Posted: May 13, 2025
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Lead Programmer Analyst (PeopleSoft) - 3 Positions

University of Rhode Island - Kingston, RI
Full-time
Salary: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 Annually
Application Deadline: N/A
Higher Education

Lead Programmer Analyst (PeopleSoft)

3 Positions Available
University of Rhode Island – Information Technology Services (ITS)

Are you a seasoned developer ready to lead high-impact enterprise projects in a collaborative, mission-driven organization? Do you thrive in environments where your technical skills directly support student success, academic operations, and institutional effectiveness?

Join Information Technology Services (ITS) at the University of Rhode Island (URI) as a Lead Programmer Analyst and help shape the future of administrative systems in higher education.

Why Join URI?

  • Strategic Impact: Support large-scale technology initiatives across student systems, finance, and HR by leading efforts to modernize and maintain PeopleSoft and other enterprise applications.

  • Leadership Opportunities: Coordinate development activities, guide teams through project lifecycles, and serve as a technical advisor across departments.

  • Collaborative Environment: Work closely with technical staff, business analysts, and university stakeholders to align IT systems with institutional goals.

  • Flexibility: Hybrid and remote work options are available based on operational needs.

  • Professional Growth: Expand your leadership and technical skills in a university environment that values innovation, inclusivity, and learning.

Role Summary

As a Lead Programmer Analyst, you will design, implement, and maintain enterprise administrative systems that support critical campus operations. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading implementations, upgrades, and maintenance of PeopleSoft systems.

  • Collaborating with stakeholders to analyze functional requirements and ensure systems meet operational needs.

  • Managing project timelines and coordinating resources from concept through maintenance.

  • Creating and maintaining system documentation, test plans, and training materials.

  • Overseeing compliance with ITS standards and university policies.

You will also support future planning efforts for ERP modernization, including potential transitions to cloud-based systems.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field with a minimum of 4 years of experience (or Associate's degree with 6 years) in programming and supporting enterprise systems.

  • Experience with three or more of the following:
    PeopleCode, Application Engine, Application Designer, Integration Broker, SQR, SQL, BI Publisher, Crystal Reports, Oracle, Java, JSP, or PeopleTools.

  • Demonstrated supervisory experience and ability to manage multiple projects.

  • Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.

Preferred:

  • Experience with PeopleSoft Campus Solutions, HCM, or Finance modules.

  • Experience supporting or migrating to ERP/SIS platforms such as Workday or Oracle Cloud.

  • Familiarity with automated testing and AI-assisted development tools.

  • Experience working in higher education.

Ready to Make an Impact?

📍 Full job Description and Application Link: https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/15027