Bharath

PeopleSoft Technical Consultant with over 13 years of experience in PeopleSoft HCM implementation, development, upgrades, support, and maintenance, including work with the latest Fluid UI, Elasticsearch, and Kibana reporting features. Extensive technical expertise in designing and configuring Fluid Pages, Menus, Components, Application Packages, Component Interface, XML Publisher, PS Query, Application Engines, Integration Broker, Data Mover, and advanced Security frameworks.

Customized

PeopleSoft processes to meet dynamic business needs, including leveraging Activity Guides, Event Mapping, and Drop Zones for tailored user interfaces without modifying core code. Developed robust interfaces from scratch, using REST and SOAP APIs for seamless data exchange and integration with external systems and cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure. Built custom bolt-on applications using the latest PeopleTools features, optimizing performance and maintaining core system integrity.

Proactively identified project pain points, introducing enhancements using modern tools like Pivot Grids, Fluid Approvals, and Delegation Framework, significantly improving process efficiency and user experience. Well-versed in Agile Methodologies, including Sprint Planning, Scrum, and Kanban, ensuring iterative development and continuous delivery of value to clients. Expertise in PeopleTools upgrades (8.58+), including the use of Elasticsearch for real-time indexing and search, and Fluid UI components for a modernized, mobile-friendly user experience.

Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions, provide training, and collaborate in both team environments and independently. Collaborated with clients to gather business requirements, converting them into detailed Functional and Technical Documentation, and utilized Page and Field Configurator to minimize customizations.

Integrated

PeopleSoft HRMS with third-party applications, including PeopleSoft Financials, Salesforce, Contract Management Systems, Bank Files, Workday, and other cloud-based platforms, using RESTful APIs and Component Interfaces. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, utilizing Application Engine Tracing and Performance Monitor to troubleshoot and optimize system performance. Hands-on experience with Splunk, Dynatrace, and AppDynamics for monitoring and analyzing system performance, ensuring uptime and efficient resource utilization, along with load balancing tools for optimized server health.

Senior PeopleSoft Developer - V2 Innovations Inc - Remote

(2022-08)

Responsibilities

• Production Support: Provided ongoing production support for PeopleSoft HRMS 9.2, identifying and resolving system issues in real time, ensuring seamless operation of payroll, benefits, and other HR processes. Coordinated with cross-functional teams to prioritize and address critical incidents.
• Data Integration: Developed and maintained interfaces using File Layout, Application Engine, PeopleCode, and Component Interface, ensuring seamless data flow between external systems (e.g., Workday, Salesforce) and PeopleSoft. Integrated RESTful APIs and SOAP services for data synchronization, allowing for real-time updates across systems.
• Daily Monitoring: Monitored system health using tools like Splunk, Dynatrace, and ServiceNow, proactively identifying bottlenecks and implementing performance improvements.

Utilized Process

Scheduler and Process Monitor to ensure critical processes run efficiently and on schedule.

• Data Validation and Transformation: Performed data validations through PeopleCode and Application Engine to ensure data accuracy before loading into PeopleSoft tables.

Used Integration

Broker for messaging between PeopleSoft systems and external platforms.

• Issue Resolution: Managed day-to-day production tickets related to user-reported issues, such as process failures, payroll discrepancies, and data inconsistencies. Collaborated with business users to understand their requirements and provide timely solutions.
• System Enhancements and Customizations: Implemented custom bolt-on solutions using PeopleTools (8.58+) and Fluid UI, enhancing core HR, payroll, and finance modules without modifying delivered functionality. Customized user interfaces via Event Mapping and Drop Zones for a better end-user experience.
• Reporting and Analytics: Generated ad-hoc and scheduled reports using BI Publisher, Pivot Grids, PS Query, and Elasticsearch, providing actionable insights to business stakeholders. Optimized SQL queries for performance and introduced Kibana dashboards for advanced data visualization.
• Performance Tuning: Identified and resolved performance issues in long-running processes using Performance Monitor, SQL tuning, and query optimization. Reduced process execution times by 30% by tuning Application Engine programs and optimizing database queries.
• Agile Development: Participated in daily Scrum calls, contributing to sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospective meetings.

Followed

Agile methodologies for iterative development, delivering enhancements and bug fixes within established timelines.

• Security and Compliance: Managed system access and security roles using PeopleSoft Security and LDAP integration to ensure compliance with organizational policies. Conducted regular audit reviews to maintain data integrity and prevent unauthorized access.
• Job Automation and Scheduling: Automated batch processes and job streams using PeopleSoft Process Scheduler and Tivoli, reducing manual interventions and improving operational efficiency.
• Cloud Integration: Led integrations with cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure, utilizing REST APIs and SFTP for secure data exchange between PeopleSoft and cloud storage solutions.
• Code Migration and Version Control: Managed code migrations across environments (development, testing, production) using Phire and Git, ensuring that system changes are properly documented, tested, and deployed.
• Client Communication: Regularly interfaced with clients to gather business requirements, provide technical insights, and ensure that delivered solutions meet business needs. Created detailed functional and technical documentation for each enhancement or fix.
• Team Collaboration: Worked closely with a 5-member team of developers and administrators to design, develop, test, and deploy PeopleSoft solutions. Provided mentorship to junior developers, sharing best practices and advanced technical knowledge.

Lead PeopleSoft Developer - Randstad USA - Remote

(2021-10 - 2022-06)

Responsibilities

• Technical Support: Provided end-to-end technical support in the design, development, testing, and deployment of PeopleSoft applications, including both HCM and Financials modules. Troubleshot complex system issues, offering solutions to improve business functionality.
• Production Issue Resolution: Actively resolved day-to-day production tickets related to user processes and application failures. Investigated root causes using tools such as Splunk and Dynatrace, resolving issues promptly to ensure minimal business disruption.
• Ticket Analysis and Timely Resolution: Analyzed and resolved problem tickets within agreed service-level timelines. Coordinated with business users to clarify requirements and deliver quick, reliable solutions.
• System Maintenance and Upgrades: Provided ongoing support and maintenance for existing systems, including applying PeopleTools and HCM module upgrades. Enhanced functionality through customizations, ensuring smooth operation and compatibility with new releases.
• Reporting and XMLP: Developed and maintained reports using XML Publisher and BI Publisher, including ad-hoc reports for payroll, accounts payable, and general ledger modules. Streamlined reporting processes by implementing Pivot Grids for real-time data visualization.
• Payroll Support: Provided direct support for the payroll processes, including troubleshooting payroll discrepancies and ensuring accurate data flow across Tim

Bachelor of Technology (JNTUH) 2009