Oracle HCM Cloud Engineer
Job Description: Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead Oracle HCM Cloud configuration strategy across key modules (e.g., Core HR, Talent, Compensation) with a focus on fit-to-standard and user experience.
- Own quarterly Oracle releases end-to-end (impact assessment, feature adoption, testing coordination, and deployment readiness).
- Configure and maintain enterprise structures, security, and approval workflows; ensure auditability and compliance.
- Deliver analytics and reporting (OTBI/BI Publisher/dashboards) and improve data quality through strong controls.
- Oversee HCM data operations (HDL/HSDL, bulk loads), including validation, reconciliation, and issue resolution.
- Design, support, and monitor integrations (OIC, APIs, SFTP) with downstream systems; manage stability and SLAs.
- Build and maintain Fast Formulas and configuration rules; document designs and test results.
- Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, and Technology to define requirements and deliver configuration and technical solutions.
- Lead testing strategy and execution (unit, SIT, UAT) for configurations and integrations; drive automation where feasible.
- Drive continuous improvement to simplify processes, reduce customizations, and increase platform adoption.
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing HCM configuration team; manage priorities and delivery.
- Communicate roadmap, risks, and dependencies; align stakeholders on decisions, timelines, and outcomes.
- Ensure security, privacy, and regulatory requirements are met across configurations, integrations, and data flows.
- Manage Oracle/vendor support (SRs, escalations) and ensure timely resolution of production issues.
Experience:
- 6 10+ years of relevant experience, including 5+ years hands-on Oracle HCM Cloud configuration and release management.
- Track record leading implementations or major enhancements across multiple HCM modules.
- Experience delivering HCM integrations, security, and reporting in a large/regulated environment.
Required Skills:
- Deep Oracle HCM Cloud configuration expertise (Core HR plus at least two additional modules).
- Hands-on with HDL/HSDL, approvals/workflows, and reporting (OTBI and/or BI Publisher).
- Strong HR process knowledge and ability to translate requirements into scalable, governed solutions.
- Strong problem-solving skills, including impact analysis for releases and change requests.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; able to influence across HR and Technology teams.
- Experience with change control, documentation, and testing best practices (SIT/UAT).
Preferred Skills:
- Integration experience with Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC), REST/SOAP APIs, and SFTP.
- Fast Formulas development for complex business rules.
- Agile delivery leadership (backlog, release planning) and/or Oracle HCM Cloud certification.