Job Title: Sr. Oracle Cloud HCM Functional / Solutions Architect
Location: Remote
Duration: 2+ years
Experience Level: Senior / Architect
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Oracle Cloud HCM Functional / Solutions Architect to lead and deliver full lifecycle HCM implementations. The ideal candidate will bring deep functional knowledge across Core HR, Payroll, Time and Labor, Compensation, and Benefits, coupled with outstanding communication and client engagement skills. This is a high-visibility role that demands strategic leadership and hands-on configuration experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the solution architect and functional lead for Oracle Cloud HCM implementations, upgrades, and optimizations.
- Engage with stakeholders to define business requirements, design scalable HCM solutions, and translate them into Oracle Cloud functionality.
- Configure and support Oracle Cloud HCM modules, including:
- Core HR
- Payroll
- Time and Labor
- Compensation
- Benefits (multiple plans/structures)
- Drive and lead discovery sessions, fit-gap analysis, functional workshops, and solution design discussions.
- Develop and review functional design documents, test scripts, training materials, and deployment strategies.
- Collaborate closely with technical teams for integrations, conversions, and reporting deliverables.
- Provide guidance and oversight during UAT, data validations, and go-live cutovers.
- Ensure compliance with client policies, data privacy, and best practices for HCM operations.
- Mentor client-side users and junior consultants as needed.
Required Qualifications:
- 12+ years of experience in Oracle HCM, with at least 3+ Oracle Cloud HCM end-to-end implementations in a lead or architect capacity.
- Deep hands-on expertise across Core HR, Payroll, Time and Labor, Compensation, and Benefits.
- Excellent understanding of Oracle Cloud best practices, solution design standards, and process optimization.
- Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills—ability to present to senior stakeholders and leadership.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Oracle HCM Cloud Certification(s)
- Experience in global HR/payroll implementations or complex benefits configurations
- Familiarity with integration tools and reporting (BI Publisher, OTBI, HDL, HSDL)
- Industry experience in healthcare, education, public sector, or high-tech preferred
To Apply:
Please send your updated resume to pmadhusudhanan@us-buxton.com with the subject line: Oracle Cloud HCM Architect Application
Thank you
Preethi Madhusudhanan
Director of Talent Acquisition
Cell: +1 (925) 918-3725
Email: pmadhusudhanan@us-buxton.com
Buxton Consulting, WRMSDC Certified MBE
https://www.linkedin.com/in/preethi-madhusudhanan/