Lead, Software Engineer Time & Attendance Systems

Working as a key technical leader this individual is responsible for providing comprehensive monitoring maintenance and support services for existing Kronos time clocks and servers. Additionally this role acts as the primary technical lead for a large-scale modernization project to implement new Oracle time clocks replacing the legacy Kronos systems across the business.

Please note this is a hybrid opportunity (3 days in office & 2 days WFH) based out of Secaucus NJ .

Pay Range:$130000 - $140000 / year

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills training experience education and where applicable certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects physical financial and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical supplemental health dental & vision for FT employees who work 30 hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 MyDay off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

• Provide daily monitoring maintenance and tier-3 support for existing Kronos time clocks and related server infrastructure.
• Lead the end-to-end technical implementation of the Oracle time clock replacement project transitioning the business away from legacy Kronos hardware
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR Payroll IT Networks and Operations) to gather requirements and ensure seamless integration of the new Oracle devices with core systems.
• Troubleshoot complex hardware software and network connectivity issues related to time collection devices.
• Design and execute comprehensive testing plans for the new Oracle time clocks prior to business-wide rollout.
• Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation including system configurations operational procedures and troubleshooting guides.
• Function as the subject matter expert (SME) on time collection systems providing guidance and training to junior staff and helpdesk teams.
• Ensure all time and attendance systems adhere to corporate security data privacy and compliance standards.

Education Required:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Information Systems or a related technical field.

Preferred Education:

• Project management training (e.g. PMP).

Required Work Experience:

• At least 5 years of experience in systems administration software engineering or IT support with a minimum of 3 years directly managing and supporting Kronos time clock hardware and server environments.

Preferred Work Experience:

• Experience supporting and maintaining Kronos Timeclocks (Preferred)
• Experience in implementing Oracle time collection devices (Desired)
• Experience leading hardware replacement projects or implementing Oracle HCM / Oracle Time & Labor integrated hardware.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Strong analytical and independent problem-solving skills. Occasional lifting of hardware components (up to 25 lbs) may be required during testing and deployment.

Knowledge:

• Deep understanding of time and attendance system architecture server management and network protocols. Knowledge of Kronos application servers and Oracle integrations.

Skills:

• Strong technical troubleshooting hardware and software configuration project management experience and cross-functional communication skills.

Work Enviornment:

• Standard corporate IT office environment. May require occasional on-site visits to operational facilities during hardware rollouts.

Required Technical Training:

• Kronos System Administration / Technical training.

Preferred Technical Training:

• Certifications related to Oracle Time & Labor or Oracle HCM Cloud.

Competencies:

• Technical troubleshooting strategic planning cross-functional collaboration project management and written/verbal communication.

Travel Required:

• Up to 25%