PeopleSoft 9.1 Developer

PeopleSoft 9.1 Developer (Oracle Backend)

We are seeking an experienced PeopleSoft 9.1 Developer to support and enhance a legacy PeopleSoft application environment running on an Oracle database. This role is heavily hands-on and focused on custom development, troubleshooting, performance tuning, and ongoing maintenance of a mission-critical PeopleSoft system. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a mature codebase and understands best practices for extending and stabilizing legacy PeopleSoft implementations.

Core Responsibilities

PeopleSoft Development

• Design, develop, and maintain custom PeopleSoft 9.1 solutions
• Write, enhance, and debug:
  • People Code (Component, Application, Record, and Field)
  • Application Engine programs
  • SQRs and batch processes
• Develop and maintain custom components, pages, and records using Application Designer
• Implement enhancements while minimizing impact to existing customizations

Oracle Database Development

• Write and optimize complex SQL queries against Oracle databases
• Analyze data issues and perform controlled data fixes
• Support performance tuning efforts in collaboration with DBAs
• Develop and maintain database-backed batch processes and interfaces

Batch Processing & Integrations

• Support and enhance Process Scheduler jobs
• Troubleshoot batch failures and performance issues
• Develop and maintain inbound/outbound interfaces (flat files, database tables, Integration Broker where applicable)

Debugging & Performance

• Perform deep technical troubleshooting across:
  • PeopleCode
  • Application Engine
  • SQL
  • Batch processing
• Analyze and resolve performance bottlenecks in a legacy environment
• Identify technical debt and propose stabilization improvements

Environment & Release Support

• Participate in technical design, unit testing, and deployment activities
• Support lower and higher environments (DEV, TEST, PROD)
• Assist with patches, PeopleTools updates, and system maintenance activities
• Create and maintain technical documentation for customizations

Required Technical Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on PeopleSoft development experience
• Strong experience with PeopleSoft 9.1
• Expert-level skills in:
  • PeopleCode
  • Application Designer
  • Application Engine
  • SQR
  • SQL (Oracle)
• Proven experience supporting highly customized PeopleSoft implementations
• Strong understanding of PeopleSoft batch architecture and Process Scheduler

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience working in legacy or end-of-life PeopleSoft environments
• Familiarity with PeopleTools 8.5x
• Experience with:
  • Integration Broker
  • File-based and database-driven interfaces
  • UNIX/Linux environments
• Exposure to PeopleSoft upgrade or migration planning (even if not executed)
• Prior consulting or long-term support engagement experience

Functional Exposure (Helpful But Not Required)

• HCM (Core HR, Payroll, Benefits)
• Financials (GL, AP, AR, AM)