Oracle HCM Solution Architect

Oracle HCM Solution Architect

Chicago, IL

ON-SITE

Location:

2 days per week either at a client office or client site

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 life cycles, 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.