ERP Application Development Tech Lead

Title: ERP Application Development Tech Lead

Employee Classification: ERP Application Dev Tech Lead

Campus: University of North Texas - System Administration

Division: SYS-Information Technology

SubDivision-Department: SYS-Information Technology

Department: SYS-Information Technology-925000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview

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Department Summary

UNT System Information Technology is a component of The University of North Texas System. The mission of UNT System Information Technology is simple: to be the best at delivering customer-aligned IT solutions and services. Our services are provided to all member institutions using an IT shared services governance model.

UNT System Information Technology provides the primary technology used by all campuses to support their operations. These include: shared resources of data centers, computing hardware, software applications, network and voice communications, collaboration and productivity capabilities, central web services, risk management, and security and compliance services. As a department, we strive to provide the most professional personnel possible to serve our campus constituents.

The University of North Texas is a state employer offering great benefits, including medical, dental, life, retirement, ample paid time off, and great work/life balance.

Position Overview

The System Information Technology Department at the University of North Texas System is seeking to hire an ERP Application Development Tech Lead to join our team. This position performs advanced (senior level) computer programming work in the ERP client/server enterprise application. Work involves senior level analysis, coordinating ERP programming work efforts; analyzing proposed ERP applications and solutions; and providing expert technical assistance and direction. May review and give feedback on the technical work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with coursework in computing or information systems or related field, and six years of progressively responsible computer programming and analysis experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Thorough knowledge of the methods and equipment used in information technology, including system analysis and design, and computer programming techniques.
* Strong skill in developing programs for computer applications.
* Strong skill in analyzing and solving technology and computing problems.
* Ability to provide technical mentoring and knowledge transfer.
* Ability to perform detailed work accurately.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
* Ability to communicate clearly, succinctly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
* Knowledge of safe working procedures related to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Excellent coaching skills to assist with coaching developers and analysts.
* Advanced analytical, troubleshooting and technical issue resolution skills in Campus Solutions system.
* Financial Aid experience.
* Takes initiative for learning new high level technical skills.
* Excellent skill in follow through to completion on projects.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Reviews technical designs for all major projects and mentors staff from a technical standpoint.
• Conducts technical code reviews and provides technical assistance to team members.
• Reviews business requirements and approves technical specifications requirements for all coding changes to software produced by team members and users before coding begins
• Makes recommendations for new technical solutions or modifications that may improve accuracy and efficiency to meet user needs and improve business processes. -
• Develops custom solutions or integrations for projects of moderate to high risk and complexity in a PeopleSoft ERP environment.
• Functions as a technical subject matter expert resource for other developers and analysts.
• Reviews and approves technical documentation of other team members and outside consultants.
• Provides assistance to team members and business analysts in the review of unit system testing plans and test scripts and supports the thorough testing of all software customizations, bolt-ons, and interfaces to facilitate user acceptance testing.
• Reviews the compliancy of established processes and procedures for ERP design and coding standards for all development efforts.
• Provides technical application support in accordance with SLAs established for services provided.
• Acts as resource to assist Ondeck resources with problem tickets related to production issues, investigates issues, determines correct remedial action, or assigns to appropriate team member for remediation.
• Assists resource manager by providing input into employee evaluations for developers and analysts, relative to technical skills and ability to perform assigned work, and technical developmental needs.
• Works with other staff in a matrix assignment environment in support of cross functional initiatives, as assigned.
• Stays current with evolving ERP and associated technologies.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Generally, M-F, 8am - 5pm Hybrid

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.