Solutions Architect V – PeopleSoft Global Payroll - Na Ali'i Consulting & Sales, LLC.

Nakupuna Consulting is seeking a Solutions Architect V 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).  Nakupuna Consulting is extending contingent offers for this effort in anticipation of contract award, which is expected in May of 2024. The Solutions Architect V will be responsible for the design and development strategy of the PeopleSoft Global Payroll module, serving as the subject matter expert for this functional area of the software.  The Solutions Architect V will be a member of the Portfolio Operations team and will engage with upper-level management, Architect peers, and customer stakeholders, product owners, and functional subject matter experts.  The Solutions Architect V will fit/gap customer requirements to PeopleSoft Global Payroll capability and transform design approach into working-level stories and tasks for development team consumption in a backlog.  The Solutions Architect V will mentor and coach a group of PeopleSoft Global Payroll specialists working on multiple development teams.

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.

• Provide best practice guidance for configuring and customizing PeopleSoft Global Payroll functionality.
• Create and enforce standards for configuring and customizing PeopleSoft Global Payroll functionality.
• Mentor team of Global Payroll specialists.
• Participate in Portfolio Operations team meetings and discussions.
• Design PeopleSoft Global Payroll solutions to meet customer requirements, user stories, and use cases.
• Assist customer with user story development and maintenance of a product backlog.
• Manage PeopleSoft Global Payroll configuration, customization, and use across multiple development teams.

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree or 5 additional years of experience within the federal government, DoD, Army, or IC preferred.  Minimum 5 years of experience or 3 different project teams working with PeopleSoft Global Payroll module required.

Skills/Qualifications: PeopleSoft PeopleTools and SQL knowledge required.  Strong communication skills required.  Certifications in PeopleSoft PeopleTools, and SAFe for Teams preferred. 

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

Work Location: Work location will be in the D.C., Maryland, Virginia region.

Physical Requirements: In addition to the skills and qualifications mentioned above, candidates must, at a minimum, be able to meet the following physical requirements.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to use stairs without assistance
• 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
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, lift, carry, reach, kneel, crouch, bend and climb a step stool/ladder