Team Lead (L5) – Software Engineering
Experience: 6+ years (including 2+ years in leadership roles)
Location: Des Moines, IA (Metro Area)
Type: Contract-to-Hire

Are you a passionate leader ready to take your team to the next level? Our client is seeking a Team Lead (L5) with strong technical insight and proven leadership experience to guide a high-performing engineering team through complex projects and career growth.

As a Team Lead, you will play a pivotal role in driving delivery, shaping team culture, and building scalable engineering practices. You’ll manage a team of 5–10 engineers and act as the bridge between technical execution and business goals.

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What You’ll Do

• Lead a development team of 5–10 software engineers

• Set clear project timelines and ensure consistent delivery

• Communicate effectively with both technical and business stakeholders

• Provide coaching, feedback, and career development support to team members

• Manage hiring, onboarding, and team composition to align with strategic goals

• Identify and remove roadblocks to team productivity

• Uphold high-quality standards through process and code excellence

• Balance immediate delivery with long-term technical sustainability

• Translate business objectives into actionable technical requirements

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What You Bring

• Strong people management and coaching skills

• Expertise in project planning, delivery execution, and stakeholder management

• Excellent communication skills across technical and business audiences

• Ability to foster a cohesive and collaborative team environment

• Solid technical foundation to make informed decisions and guide discussions

• Experience in performance management and team development

• Resource planning and prioritization expertise

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What Success Looks Like

• Your team consistently meets or exceeds delivery goals

• You build a culture of high engagement and low turnover

• Team members grow, get promoted, and thrive under your leadership

• Projects align closely with business priorities and long-term goals

• You drive process improvements that elevate productivity and efficiency

• Difficult conversations are handled with clarity and compassion

• You advocate effectively for your team and their needs

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What We Avoid

• Micromanaging or solving technical problems at the expense of team autonomy

• Prioritizing speed over long-term sustainability and quality

• Withholding business context that helps the team make smarter decisions

• Avoiding performance issues instead of addressing them head-on

• Hiring without considering future team dynamics

• Getting too deep in hands-on work and neglecting management responsibilities

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How You Can Grow

• Scale your leadership by managing multiple teams or larger groups

• Implement process changes with measurable impact

• Mentor emerging leaders and expand your influence

• Lead initiatives with clear business value

• Help shape the broader organizational strategy

• Build strong cross-functional relationships across departments

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Ready to lead with impact?
Apply now and help shape the future of a team where innovation, growth, and collaboration are at the core.

Software Engineer (Mainframe)

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated Mainframe Developer to join one of our key client teams in a high-impact role. This position is a backfill opportunity and we’re looking to move fast — if you have the right experience and are ready to hit the ground running, we want to talk to you.

What You’ll Do:
In this role, you won’t just write code — you’ll own the full development lifecycle. From gathering requirements and collaborating with business stakeholders to hands-on development and solution delivery, you’ll be trusted to take initiatives from idea to implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate directly with business users to gather and understand requirements

• Design, develop, and maintain applications on the IBM i platform

• Work with legacy Mainframe systems using COBOL and related technologies

• Ensure solutions are robust, reliable, and meet business objectives

• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing applications

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong experience with IBM i (AS/400) and Mainframe environments

• Proficiency in COBOL programming

• Proven ability to handle end-to-end development projects

• Excellent communication skills — comfortable interacting with business stakeholders and translating needs into technical solutions

• Self-starter with a proactive mindset and strong ownership of deliverables

Why This Role?
This is a critical role on a well-established team with a supportive environment and a solid tech stack. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact by stepping into a role that’s already well defined, but still leaves room for innovation and leadership.

Application Administrator

We’re seeking a skilled Application Administrator to join our growing technology team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and supporting a variety of business-critical applications in both on-premises and cloud environments. You’ll play a hands-on role in troubleshooting, system administration, and process improvement — keeping systems secure, efficient, and running smoothly across multiple states.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative yet independent environment, enjoys automation, and is passionate about building and supporting modern IT infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with architects, system and network administrators, and security teams to design and implement technical solutions

• Manage and maintain Ivanti Neurons for asset management and ticketing

• Provide Office 365 administration and support for end users across multiple locations

• Administer and maintain Microsoft SQL databases

• Create and test operational procedures with clear documentation

• Support and maintain DNS, DHCP, and core server infrastructure

• Perform regular audits: user accounts, system files, logs, services, and network ports

• Implement and uphold IT security policies and compliance standards

• Write and manage PowerShell scripts to automate routine tasks

• Periodically support after-hours updates, patches, migrations, and maintenance

Essential Skills & Experience

• 2+ years of experience administering Nutanix and Windows Server 2012–2019

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with Azure infrastructure and Office 365 in an enterprise setting

• 3+ years of Ivanti Neurons experience

• Strong troubleshooting skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field

• Experience working with hybrid environments (on-prem and Azure Active Directory)

• Familiarity with Group Policy, Microsoft Intune, and Autopilot

• Experience managing core Windows Server roles (IIS, DNS, File & Print Services)

• Exposure to Microsoft Teams Calling and cloud data storage solutions

• Understanding of legacy Windows systems and their administration

• Strong scripting and automation experience with PowerShell

• Passion for continuous learning and professional development

• Self-starter who thrives in a relaxed but high-performing environment

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Join a team that values your ideas, encourages innovation, and supports your growth. If you’re ready to make an impact and take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you.

Senior Business Systems Consultant

Are you a strategic problem-solver with a passion for driving enterprise-wide innovation? P3+Uplift is seeking a Senior Business Systems Consultant to lead the design, integration, and delivery of high-impact business solutions across complex ecosystems.

In this pivotal role, you’ll act as a trusted advisor—guiding product teams and business leaders from vision to implementation—while aligning solution strategies with enterprise architecture and organizational goals. If you’re energized by cross-functional leadership and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, product-driven environment, we want to hear from you.

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What You’ll Do

Solution Strategy & Roadmap Development

• Define comprehensive solution visions in collaboration with product owners, technical leads, and business executives.

• Translate big-picture goals into actionable strategies aligned with enterprise architecture and business objectives.

• Evolve requirements based on stakeholder input, metrics, and industry trends.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead coordination across product teams to ensure seamless solution delivery.

• Facilitate workshops, planning sessions, and reviews to drive collaboration and resolve blockers.

• Keep teams focused, agile, and aligned on delivering measurable value.

Stakeholder Engagement & Requirements Management

• Cultivate strong relationships across departments to understand and prioritize needs.

• Analyze and document current processes, uncovering opportunities for innovation and efficiency.

• Ensure clear, actionable communication of business and technical requirements.

Solution Implementation Oversight

• Guide the full implementation lifecycle—from concept and development to testing and go-live.

• Partner with architects and developers to ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and integrated.

• Track milestones and manage risks to ensure successful delivery.

Change Management & User Adoption

• Design and execute change management strategies to support seamless adoption.

• Create user training resources and support tools that empower teams.

• Leverage feedback loops for post-implementation improvement.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Champion process optimization by identifying inefficiencies and implementing best practices.

• Stay ahead of industry trends and technologies to keep solutions cutting-edge.

• Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making and continuous learning.

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What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field (MBA a plus).

• 5–7 years of experience in business systems consulting or enterprise business analysis.

• Proven leadership in Agile environments, ideally within product-centric organizations.

• Familiarity with enterprise systems (ERP, CRM), Agile tools (Jira, Confluence), and architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman).

• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as CBAP, PMP, ScrumMaster, or PMI-ACP.

• Experience with enterprise architecture tools (e.g., ArchiMate, Sparx EA).

• Background in change management (e.g., Prosci, ADKAR).

• Exposure to BI tools like Power BI or Tableau.

• Industry experience in sectors with complex solution ecosystems (healthcare, manufacturing, financial services).

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Why Join P3+Uplift?

At P3+Uplift, we believe great solutions start with great people. You’ll work with a collaborative, mission-driven team passionate about solving meaningful business challenges through innovation and strategy. We empower our team members to think big, act boldly, and continuously grow.

Ready to elevate your impact? Apply now and become a key driver of transformation at P3+Uplift.

Software Engineer (Java/SQL) – Innovation-Focused Team

We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join a forward-thinking and collaborative engineering team working on strategic initiatives in a complex, high-impact technical environment. This is a long-term contract role with potential for full-time conversion in the future.

About the Role
This opportunity arises from a shift in team capacity, with funding now available to bring in a key contributor. You’ll support a mix of strategic initiatives, application support, and continuous tech learning, working in a small, agile team that values experimentation and innovation.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to new feature development and support of existing systems

• Work closely with cross-functional teams across the business

• Learn and adapt to new technologies in a fast-paced environment

• Potential for future participation in an on-call rotation

• Engage with API development and Salesforce-based systems

Tech Stack
Must-Have:

• Java

• SQL

Strong Plus:

• AWS

Nice to Have:

• Salesforce

• API development experience

We’re open to engineers with transferable backend or cloud platform experience—bring your skills and grow into the rest.

Team and Culture

• 3 Software Engineers and 1 Product Manager

• Highly collaborative and experiment-friendly team culture

• Close collaboration with extended platform and enterprise teams

Location and Flexibility

• Hybrid preferred in Des Moines, Raleigh, or Charlotte, but remote work is possible for the right candidate

Details

• Contract through end of 2025 with strong likelihood of extension or conversion (SE2/SE3 level based on experience)

• Expected Experience: 3–5 years in backend or full-stack development roles

What to Expect
You’ll face a steep but rewarding learning curve, gaining deep insight into a complex technical and business landscape. Expect a ramp-up period as you get acquainted—but your contributions will make a real impact.

Ready to take the next step in your engineering career? Apply now to join a team where your code will count.

Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineer – SailPoint IIQ (Hybrid)

Location: Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 days remote
Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking an experienced IAM Engineer to support our client’s enterprise identity governance initiatives. This role will focus on the administration and enhancement of SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ) within a hybrid environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IAM, hands-on experience with SailPoint, and the ability to support both daily operations and ongoing system development.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Support and maintain SailPoint IIQ: Apply patches, deploy updates, and manage system performance in an OnPrem environment.

• Application onboarding: Set up and configure new applications within IIQ, establish system connections, and ensure secure access data integration.

• System customization and development: Leverage JavaBean and BeanShell scripting to build and enhance rules, workflows, and automated tasks.

• Continuous improvement: Identify and implement optimizations to improve system functionality and user experience.

• Collaborate with internal teams: Work closely with IT and business units to support access governance and compliance initiatives.

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Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, MIS, or related field.

• 3–5 years of experience in information security with a strong emphasis on Identity & Access Management.

• 2–3 years of experience administering SailPoint IdentityIQ or Identity Security Cloud, including SSD deployments and scripting with BeanShell.

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

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Preferred Experience:

• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) implementation.

• Familiarity with Varonis or similar tools supporting IAM.

• Background in cybersecurity, IT risk management, or regulatory compliance.

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Soft Skills & Attributes:

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and within a team.

• High integrity and sound decision-making capabilities.

• Strong attention to detail and process orientation.

• Customer-service mindset and collaborative approach.

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Why Work With Our Client:

Our client offers a dynamic, team-oriented environment where your expertise will directly support critical security infrastructure. With a hybrid schedule and a focus on innovation, this is a great opportunity to make an impact while advancing your IAM career.

Interested candidates, apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

Lead Database Engineer – Hybrid | Financial Services Client

Location: Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)
Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Industry: Financial Services / Banking

Overview:
Our client, a leading financial institution, is looking for a Lead Database Engineer to own and drive the database strategy across the organization. This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role that blends technical depth, architecture, and day-to-day operational excellence. You’ll be the go-to expert for all things database—guiding design, performance, and modernization initiatives—while working alongside a collaborative team of developers, QA engineers, and a managed services provider.

This is a great opportunity for someone ready to lead end-to-end database operations and roadmap planning in a highly regulated, mission-critical environment.

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What You’ll Do:

• Serve as the technical lead and primary owner of all database platforms, with a focus on Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle.

• Collaborate with development and QA teams to maintain and optimize dev/test environments, while supporting performance, stability, and availability.

• Lead version upgrades, system tuning, backup strategies, and performance monitoring.

• Drive the automation of database refreshes and builds, reducing manual effort and improving speed and reliability.

• Oversee and manage day-to-day tasks of a managed services provider handling routine DBA operations—ensuring timely and quality delivery.

• Set strategic direction and help shape the future state of database systems through roadmaps, best practices, and proactive planning.

• Participate in an on-call rotation. Initial issues are triaged by the managed services team, with escalations routed to your team.

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Must-Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of hands-on experience designing, tuning, troubleshooting, and supporting complex database systems and data warehouses.

• Deep knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server (2016-current) and Oracle (including Oracle 19c).

• Advanced proficiency in T-SQL, SSIS, and SSRS.

• Proven ability to automate administrative tasks using SQL scripts or PowerShell (preferred).

• Familiarity with database security best practices and operating in regulated environments.

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Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience managing change control processes in financial or regulated industries.

• Exposure to RedGate Data Masker, Rubrik, and encryption technologies.

• Strong understanding of database and client-side encryption.

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Who You Are:

• A proactive problem-solver who thrives in a leadership role without direct reports.

• Comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams and vendors.

• Able to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders.

• Self-driven with strong ownership and the ability to operate independently or within a team.

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Why This Role?

• Influence & Ownership – Shape the future of a core banking platform.

• Stability with Innovation – Join a secure organization investing in automation and modernization.

• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 days WFH).

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Ready to lead the future of database engineering at the core of a critical financial institution? Apply now to make a lasting impact.