PeopleSoft Administrator

About the role

As a PeopleSoft Administrator, you will make an impact by ensuring the availability, stability, performance, and operational integrity of the PeopleSoft application environment. You will collaborate with infrastructure, DBA, network, and security teams while managing patches, PUM updates, migrations, integration configurations, and environment readiness throughout the project lifecycle.

In this role, you will:

- Validate installed PeopleSoft applications, including all components of PeopleSoft Internet Architecture (PIA).

- Apply PeopleTools patches, security patches, and PUM fixes as advised by Oracle.

- Migrate code and configuration across environments based on project team requests.

- Configure and maintain Integration Broker components for integrations with external systems.

- Ensure full environment availability and assist with production cutover planning and execution.

Work model: Hybrid

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Sao Paulo, SP. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

· Bachelor’s Degree

· Advanced English

· Strong background with PeopleSoft Internet Architecture (PIA) validation and administration.

· Experience applying PeopleTools patches, security patches, and analyzing pre‑requisite patches.

· Hands‑on knowledge applying PUM fixes and supporting project‑reported defect resolution.

· Background coordinating with Infrastructure, DBA, network, and security teams for PeopleSoft‑related issues.

· Ability to raise and manage Oracle service requests for system performance and operational defects.

These will help you stand out

· Background coordinating with multiple client teams and PMO entities.

· Knowledge with Integration Broker configuration for multi‑system integrations.

· Strong documentation skills for knowledge‑transfer deliverables.

· Ability to support instance strategy planning during complex project phases.

· Ensure ongoing compliance with client network/security standards.

· Ability to diagnose environment issues and support production cutover activities.

Please, upload your resume in English.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.