Software Developer II

Overview

Nakupuna Consulting is seeking a Software Developer II to join the software development 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 Software Developer (Developer) II will be an agile development team member, responsible for designing technical solutions and extending PeopleSoft application functionality to meet development team objectives. The Software Developer II should be comfortable working in an agile team environment, collaborating with team members to remove blockers and resolve problems, and sharing information within and across teams.

Responsibilities

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Follow technical design specifications.
• Extend PeopleSoft software functionality to meet design specifications using PeopleTools technology.
• Configure modules in PeopleSoft software to meet design specifications.
• Provide estimates for work assignments.
• 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.
• Conduct peer reviews on other teammates’ configuration and code to ensure accuracy and alignment to overall architecture and design.
• Explain technical approach and code to team members.

Qualifications

Skills/Qualifications: Strong communication skills preferred. Database management or SQL experience preferred. Proficiency in at least one programming language preferred.

Education and Experience:  Bachelor of Science degree in a Computer Software or Engineering major or 1 or more years of experience within the federal government, DoD, Army, or IC preferred. Minimum 1 year of experience working in a computer software-related field required.

Clearance Requirements: This position requires an active Secret clearance. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Work Location: Work location will be in Arlington, Virginia 2 days on-site with a hybrid option. Occasional travel may be required.

Physical Requirements:  The ideal candidate must at a minimum be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job  with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.

• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.