Oracle Retail Solution Architect

Key Skills: seasoned Oracle Retail expert to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of end-to-end retail solutions - including MFCS, RPM, ReSA, Allocation, and RICS.

Key Responsibilities:

• Solution Design and Architecture:
  • Design end-to-end solutions for the Oracle Retail Merchandising Foundation Cloud Service suite (MFCS, RPM, ReSA, Allocation, RICS).
  • Develop architectural frameworks that align with business strategies and goals.
  • Ensure the architecture is scalable, robust, and aligned with best practices.
• Requirement Gathering and Analysis:
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements.
  • Translate business needs into technical solutions.
  • Conduct workshops to identify gaps and recommend solutions.
• Implementation and Configuration:
  • Lead the implementation of Oracle Retail modules.
  • Configure applications based on business requirements.
  • Define integration points and design interfaces with external systems.
• Technical Leadership:
  • Guide development teams during the build phase.
  • Provide technical oversight and ensure adherence to design principles.
  • Perform code reviews and ensure quality standards.
• Integration Management:
  • Design integration strategies with other systems (e.g., WMS, e-commerce).
  • Oversee the development of integration components using RICS, web services, APIs, and batch processes.
• Performance Optimization:
  • Identify performance bottlenecks and propose optimization strategies.
  • Implement best practices for database tuning and application performance.
• Project Management:
  • Assist project managers in planning, estimation, and execution of Oracle Retail projects.
  • Contribute to risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Stakeholder Management:
  • Act as the primary point of contact for business and IT stakeholders.
  • Provide regular status updates and manage expectations.
• Support and Maintenance:
  • Provide post-implementation support.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues in the Oracle Retail environment.
  • Manage change requests and enhancements.
• Documentation:
  • Develop architectural and design documentation.
  • Maintain technical documentation for configurations, customizations, and integrations.

Technical Skills:

Programming and Development:

• PL/SQL, Oracle Apex, Oracle Forms, Oracle Reports
• Java, J2EE, Spring Framework

Integration Technologies (good to have):

• Web Services (REST/SOAP)
• APIs, Batch Processing, Middleware

Database Management:

• Oracle Database 12c/19c
• SQL, PL/SQL, Database Tuning
• Indexing, Query Optimization, Data Modelling

Additional Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Min 15+ years of relevant experience in Oracle Retail Merchandising solutions.
• Expertise in RMS, RPM, ReSA, Allocation, and RIB.
• Strong understanding of retail business processes.
• Proficiency in PL/SQL, Oracle Forms, and integration technologies.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

About Aspire!

Aspire Systems is a global technology services firm serving as a trusted technology partner for more than 275 customers across the globe. Aspire works with the world's most innovative enterprises in Banking, Insurance, Retail and ISVs, helping them leverage technology to transform their business in the current digital landscape. Its proven approach to Software Engineering & Digital Technologies helps companies run smart business models. Aspire’s core philosophy of ‘Attention. Always.’ communicates its belief in lavishing care and attention to its customers and employees. The company currently has over 4900 employees globally and is CMMI Level 3 certified. It operates across North America, LATAM, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific.

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