Engineer III – Core HR Technology

Edward Jones; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Edward Jones is seeking an Engineer III for the Core HR Technology team to design, develop, and support software solutions powering HR processes across the firm.

You will build and maintain integrations with Oracle Fusion HCM, develop Java services, and optimize SQL data solutions while collaborating with business and technology teams on enterprise-scale projects.

Candidates near Tempe, AZ or St. Louis, MO are preferred, with on-site work four days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.
• 5+ years of software engineering experience are required.
• 5+ years of Java development experience are required.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion HCM is preferred.
• Strong SQL skills are required.
• Experience with AutoSys is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and support software solutions powering Core HR processes.
• Build and maintain integrations with Oracle Fusion HCM and other enterprise apps.
• Develop and support Java-based applications and services.
• Create and optimize SQL queries and data solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex application and production issues.

Skills

Java development

Software engineering

SQL

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Oracle Fusion HCM

AutoSys

Job description

This job posting is anticipated to remain open for 30 days, from 08-Oct-2026. The posting may close early due to the volume of applicants.

Join a financial services firm where your contributions are valued. Edward Jones is a Fortune 500 company where people come first. With over 9 million clients and 20,000 financial advisors across the U.S. and Canada, we’re proud to be privately‑owned, placing the focus on our clients rather than shareholder returns.

Behind everything we do is our purpose: We partner for positive impact to improve the lives of our clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society. We are an innovative, flexible, and inclusive organization that attracts, develops, and inspires performance excellence and a sense of belonging.

People are at the center of our partnership. Edward Jones associates are seen, heard, respected, and supported. This is what we believe makes us the best place to start or build your career.

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Are you passionate about building scalable software solutions and shaping the future of HR technology? Do you enjoy solving complex technical challenges and working on highly visible enterprise systems? If so, this could be the opportunity for you.

The Core HR Technology team is responsible for the systems that manage associate and contractor data across the firm. We are currently implementing a new HCM platform and modern technology stack, creating an exciting opportunity to help define the future of our HR technology ecosystem. As an Engineer III, you'll develop and support critical applications and integrations that power Core HR capabilities.

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, test, and support software solutions that enable Core HR business processes.
• Build and maintain integrations with Oracle Fusion HCM and other enterprise applications.
• Develop and support Java-based applications and services.
• Create and optimize SQL queries and data solutions.
• Support and maintain AutoSys job scheduling processes.
• Troubleshoot complex application and production issues.
• Partner with business and technology teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Contribute to the implementation of our new HCM platform and evolving technology architecture.

What Experience You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of software engineering experience.
• 5+ years of Java development experience.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion HCM.
• Strong SQL skills.
• Experience with AutoSys.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

What Could Set You Apart

• Experience with large-scale HCM implementations or migrations.
• Experience with cloud technologies and system integrations.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Knowledge of HR business processes and data management.

Candidates that live within a commutable distance from our Tempe, AZ and St. Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office four days per week.

At Edward Jones, we are building a place where everyone feels like they belong. We're proud of our associates' contributions to the firm and the recognitions we have received.

Check out our U.S. awards and accolades: Insights & Information Blog Postings about Edward Jones.

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Edward Jones does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Edward Jones' compensation and benefits package includes medical and prescription drug, dental, vision, voluntary benefits (such as accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness), short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage. Short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage are provided at no cost to associates. Edward Jones offers a 401k retirement plan, and tax‑advantaged accounts: health savings account, and flexible spending account. Edward Jones observes ten paid holidays and provides 15 days of vacation for new associates beginning on January 1 of each year, as well as sick time, personal days, and a paid day for volunteerism. Associates may be eligible for bonuses and profit sharing. All associates are eligible for the firm's Employee Assistance Program. For more information on the Benefits available to Edward Jones associates, please visit our benefits page.