| Location | Chesapeake, VA |
| Salary | $75,096–$110,000 Per Year |
Position Details
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position PeopleSoft Software Engineer I Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Division IT ENTERPRISE FINAN SYST Requisition Number 2026381 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:30AM-5PM; Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade GE17 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary
$75,096 - $110,000: Depending on Qualifications and Experience.
Job Description
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The City of Chesapeake is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to support and enhance the City's PeopleSoft Financials environment. This position is responsible for administering, maintaining, and optimizing the PeopleSoft application and supporting infrastructure to ensure the reliability, security, and performance of critical enterprise systems.
The Software Engineer will manage system upgrades, patches, integrations, customizations, and environment refreshes while monitoring system performance and resolving complex technical issues. This position works closely with functional teams, database administrators, and third party vendors to implement technical solutions that support the City's financial operations.
The ideal candidate has a strong technical background in PeopleSoft administration and development, along with excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and customer service skills.
Preferred Qualifications
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Requires a bachelor's degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience in computer science or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of full-time experience in software development and engineering.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 07/31/2026 Job Close Date 08/14/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is not eligible for third-party (i.e., contractor/staffing agency) placements. For questions about this position, please email selection@cityofchesapeake.net.
Information Technology based positions must meet requirements specified in Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) policy for access to the Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN).
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Sitting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Walking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 10 lbs Carrying Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Pushing/Pulling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 10 lbs Reaching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Handling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling N = Never Crouching Never- Never occurs. Crawling Never- Never occurs. Bending Never- Never occurs. Twisting N = Never Climbing Never- Never occurs. Balancing Never- Never occurs. Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Talking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls N = Never Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Laptop /Desktop, printers, copiers, telephone, general office equipment
Protective Equipment Required
None
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases N = Never Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other N = Never If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust N = Never Extreme Temperatures N = Never Noise and Vibration N = Never Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity N = Never Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
No
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