Lead Engineer, IT Applications

Job Title: Oracle HCM Techno-Functional Lead Engineer

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Oracle HCM Techno-Functional Lead Engineer to join our team. This role combines deep functional expertise with strong technical capabilities across Oracle HCM Cloud modules. The ideal candidate will lead implementations, support ongoing operations, and collaborate with HR and IT stakeholders to deliver scalable, efficient, and user-friendly HCM solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership

• Lead full lifecycle implementations of Oracle Fusion HCM modules including Core HR, Absence Management, Recruiting, Compensation, Talent, and Performance.
• Manage project delivery: requirements gathering, fit-gap analysis, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business goals.

Functional Expertise

• Configure and maintain foundational HR structures (work structures, person management, employment models).
• Design and implement absence plans, accruals, and eligibility rules.
• Support end-to-end recruiting processes including requisitions, candidate management, and onboarding.
• Implement compensation plans, salary structures, and budgeting workflows.
• Configure performance templates, goal plans, and evaluation cycles.
• Provide functional support and troubleshoot issues across HCM modules.
• Guide stakeholders on HCM best practices and system capabilities.

Technical Expertise

• Develop and maintain Fast Formulas, OTBI & BI Publisher reports, and Redwood UI enhancements.
• Build and manage integrations using HCM Data Loader (HDL) and HCM Extracts.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide production support.
• Optimize system performance and ensure data integrity.
• Implement and manage security roles and access controls.

Reporting & Testing

• Create and maintain dashboards, ad-hoc reports, and analytics using OTBI, BI Publisher, and HCM Extracts.
• Assist in quarterly Oracle HCM Cloud updates: testing, validation, and impact analysis.
• Prepare validation scripts and test scenarios.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Oracle HCM Cloud implementation and support.
• Strong functional knowledge of Core HR, Absence, Recruiting, Compensation, Talent, and Performance modules.
• Proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, HDL, Fast Formulas, DFFs, Value Sets, and Personalization.
• Experience with Oracle HCM reporting tools (OTBI, BI Publisher, HCM Extracts).
• Familiarity with P2T refreshes and related activities.
• Oracle HCM Cloud certification(s) preferred.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to translate business requirements into system configurations.
• Experience in change management and user training.
• Familiarity with integration tools and third-party systems.
• Agile project methodology experience is a plus.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive and curious mindset.
• Commitment to continuous learning and self-improvement.