Oracle HCM Solution Architect

Job TitleOracle HCM Solution Architect

LocationChicago, IL

Primary SkillsOracle Applications

Job Description

ONSITE Location: 2 days per week either at a client office or client site

Duration: Contract to Hire - 4-6 months to conversion

Overview:

Client's Information Technology (IT) vision is centered around three strategic pillars: Application Modernization, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Data.

As part of our Application Modernization efforts, we focus on simplifying core operations, consolidating applications, replacing legacy systems, and implementing best-in-class technologies that drive digital transformation.

We are seeking an experienced Oracle HCM Solution Architect to play a critical role in supporting client's existing Oracle HCM Cloud platform and leading the migration of HCM systems from acquired companies into our centralized Oracle HCM environment.

This role is pivotal in ensuring the integrity, scalability, and consistency of our HCM processes as we grow through mergers and acquisitions.

Responsibilities:

Serve as a technical and functional lead for client's Oracle HCM Cloud platform.

Design and oversee HCM system integration and migration strategies for newly acquired firms, ensuring seamless transition into the existing Oracle HCM environment.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including HR, IT, Finance, and M&A integration teams to gather requirements and define end-to-end migration plans.

Provide architecture oversight, data mapping, process alignment, and technical support during M&A onboarding projects.

Configure applications and conduct iterative unit testing.

Identify and resolve system issues, optimize configuration, and ensure data integrity across HR modules.

Align Oracle HCM capabilities with broader enterprise platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Informatica, ERP, Dayshape, Microsoft 365, Power Platform) to enhance automation and reporting.

Align with the Data Architecture to ensure consistency, interoperability, and adherence to enterprise principles and standards.

Lead or support platform enhancements, proofs of concept, and roadmap planning aligned with business priorities.

Monitor Oracle updates, innovations, and best practices, and proactively assess their applicability to the firm's environment.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science (BS) in computer science or information systems (or equivalent work experience).

7+ years of overall experience in IT or HRIS - primarily with Oracle HCM.

Experience implementing and configuring Oracle HCM applications, with the ability to support end-to-end P&C business processes.

Deep knowledge of Oracle HCM modules (Core HR, Payroll, Talent, Compensation, etc.) and related data architecture.

Basic to intermediate knowledge of HCM functional config for troubleshooting.

Strong experience with M&A integration projects, particularly HR system migrations.

Knowledge of Oracle SOAP and REST APIs for HCM which are used in automating HCM Data Loader Loads.

Knowledge of HCM Data Loader file formats / business objects, errors and error remediation, transformation requirements.

Some level of proficiency in HCM Data Loader Fast Formula knowledge would be a plus

Experience with Enterprise Application Integration & back-end data connectivity applications. Preferably Informatica IDMC and Snowflake experience.

Proficiency in SQL / PL/SQL which can be used in learning SnowSQL.

Knowledge of software development lifecycles, key metrics, reports, and experience with full lifecycle implementations

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proven ability delivering complex and time sensitive projects

Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least two days per week, either at a client office or client site