Position Title:Workday Integration Software Developer I
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:Degree in Computer Science, Software Development, Computer Engineering, MIS, or a related discipline
Basic understanding of Web Services (SOAP and REST), XML, JSON, XSLT, and experience with Java, MVEL or similar programming languages
Experience in higher education processes including, but not limited to HR, Finance, Payroll, Admissions, Registration, Financial Aid
Experience gathering requirements, writing technical specifications, software development, and delivering solutions that meet customer needs on time
Experience with implementing or supporting Workday integrations
Job Description:
Summary
Information Technology Services at Iowa State University is seeking to fill a Workday Integration Developer position that will report directly to the Manager of Workday Integrations. This position will play a vital role in building and supporting integrations between Workday and a wide range of campus applications and external systems.
In this role, there will be ongoing collaboration with other Workday Integration team members as well as functional units outside of ITS to ensure continuity of business operations. This will include project work that is driven by the functional units such as HR, Finance, Payroll and Enrollment Services, etc.
The successful candidate will have strong technical skills, problem solving, and collaboration skills, as well as the ability to execute routine tasks. You will succeed in this role if you are motivated by delivering amazing services, exceptional results, and inspiring positive change.
Example of Duties
Consults with end users and team members to define and document specifications and scope of projects.
Conducts a variety of software development tasks including program design, program coding, debugging, and documentation for software/systems and applications programs.
Modifies, maintains, troubleshoots, and supports existing software.
Assists with the development of detailed systems design specifications to meet defined requirements.
Assists with the design, development, coding, and testing of new software services, databases, and application systems.
Writes Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to bridge between vendor systems.
Works on assignments that are generally of a basic technical nature.
Leveling Guidelines
Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision
Grasps professional-level knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode
Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope
Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained
Responds to inquiries and issues, escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate
May lead projects of limited scope and complexity
May provide guidance to students
This position offers the opportunity for hybrid work but does require the employee to reside in the state of Iowa on or before the start of employment.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
Appointment Type:Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:PS808
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover LetterIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:- Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans- Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans- Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)- Life insurance and long-term disability- Flexible Spending Accounts- Various voluntary benefits and discounts- Employee Assistance Program- Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date: February 23, 2026
Posting Close Date:March 1, 2026
Job Requisition Number:R18675
By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University (http://www.iastate.edu/) attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive?land-grant?mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.
Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.
All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university's verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.
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If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.
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