George Mason University · 10 hours ago
Senior Application Developer (HR Systems)
Fairfax, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expGeorge Mason University is seeking a Senior Application Developer (HR Systems) to provide advanced technical expertise in the design, development, integration, and support of enterprise Human Resources systems. The role involves collaborating with HR and Payroll partners to deliver secure and reliable solutions that enhance operational effectiveness.
Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Designs, develops, enhances, and supports enterprise Human Resources & Payroll systems, with primary responsibility for Ellucian Banner and its integrated applications, ensuring system reliability, data integrity, and alignment with business needs
Provides advanced hands-on application development using PL/SQL and Oracle database technologies, including the creation and maintenance of packages, procedures, functions, views, and other database objects to support HR/Payroll processes and reporting; and
Develops and maintains data extracts, integrations, and interfaces between Banner and other institutional systems, ensuring accuracy, security, and compliance with university standards
Supports Lead and support the implementation of Banner upgrades, patches, releases, and new functionality, including impact analysis, code remediation, testing, documentation, and coordination with functional and technical stakeholders; and
Serves as a senior technical resource for troubleshooting and resolving complex production issues, performing root cause analysis, and implementing sustainable solutions in a confidential data environment
Collaborates closely with functional partners to understand business processes, translate requirements into technical solutions, and improve the effective use of Banner HR and related systems; and
Participates in project planning and execution activities, including requirements gathering, technical design, testing, deployment, and post-implementation support for HR systems initiatives
Supports HR reporting and analytics needs by developing efficient queries and solutions that enable informed decision-making and process improvement; and
Collaborates with central IT teams, database administrators, and vendors to coordinate system changes, migrations, testing schedules, and production deployments
Maintains technical documentation, standards, and procedures related to HR systems development, integrations, and operational support; and
Mentors and provides technical guidance to application developers and analysts, promoting best practices in coding, testing, documentation, and system support
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Considerable experience supporting enterprise HR & Payroll Systems (typically five or more years)
Demonstrated experience supporting and developing solutions for HR/Payroll Systems in a production environment, including system enhancements, troubleshooting, and operational support
Experience testing system releases, patches, and upgrades, including developing test plans, executing test cases, and validating results prior to production deployment
Demonstrated experience working with Oracle database objects such as stored procedures, functions, views, indexes, triggers, and packages
Experience working directly with end users in a confidential environment, handling sensitive HR and Payroll data with discretion and professionalism
Strong knowledge of SQL and PL/SQL, including experience writing, optimizing, and troubleshooting complex queries and scripts
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity
Proven ability to understand and work effectively within complex relational database designs and integrated enterprise systems
Demonstrated ability to define, document, and analyze customer business requirements in order to design or enhance system functionality to meet operational needs
Proven ability to analyze technical issues and problems, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions quickly in a production environment
Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts, issues, and solutions to non-technical staff in both written and verbal formats
Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced operational environment
Demonstrated ability to document technical processes, queries, and procedures to support system stability, continuity, and knowledge sharing
Preferred
Experience supporting Ellucian Banner HR and Payroll, including knowledge of the tool's HR and Payroll-related functionality
Experience supporting ERP systems in a higher education or public-sector environment
Experience developing or supporting system integrations, interfaces, or data feeds between Banner and other enterprise applications
Experience serving as a technical lead or providing mentoring to application developers or analysts
Familiarity with information security, data stewardship, and compliance requirements related to HR systems
Company
George Mason University
George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.68MKey Investors
National Safety CouncilNational Institute of Standards and TechnologyVirginia Innovation Partnership Corporation
2025-06-25Grant· $0.05M
2024-04-03Grant· $0.2M
2023-08-03Grant· $0.07M
Leadership Team
Bassam Haddad
Director, Middle East and Islamic Studies Program
Ellen Laipson
Director, International Security Program
Recent News
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