Software Developer IV

Nakupuna Consulting is seeking a Software Developer IV to join the Portfolio Operations 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 Developer's key responsibility will be ensuring the accuracy and integrity of payroll data through rigorous testing and validation processes, ensuring compliance with customer and Nakupuna company policies and legal regulations.

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.

Writing basic queries
• Create or update data conversion programs
• Run payrolls for comparison/reconciliation testing
• Create comprehensive test plans
• Data Analytics and Validation - verify the accuracy of employee data, pay rates, and deductions. Reconcile pay results between systems
• Regression Testing - ensure that new code or changes do not introduce errors into existing payroll functionality
• Problem Solving - identify, analyze, and resolve issues or discrepancies in payroll data or processes; categorize variances
• Conduct peer reviews on other teammates' configuration and code to ensure accuracy and alignment to overall architecture and design.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
• Documentation - maintain thorough documentation of test plans, results, and resolutions
• Mentor junior team members.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in SQL
• Create technical design specifications
• Experience with additional programming languages (Python, Java) is preferred
• Experience with database management systems
• Strong understanding of data validation techniques
• Project Management experience is a plus

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to delegate responsibilities while maintaining oversight

Education and Experience:Bachelor of Science degree in a Computer Software or Engineering major or 2 or more years of experience within the federal government, DoD, Army, or IC preferred. Minimum 2 years of experience working in a computer software-related field 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 Arlington, Virginia, 2 days on-site with a hybrid option.

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.