Location: Trenton,NJ, USA
Job DescriptionOracle's mission is to help people see data in new ways, discover insights, and unlock endless possibilities.At Oracle North America Applications Consulting, we're building the bridge between Oracle's innovative technology and the people who use it to achieve incredible things!Our team focuses on North American based clients using our back-office cloud applications. Our resources are primarily located in North America and India. We're growing fast, and we need solution architects ready to bring their outstanding skills, energy, and creativity to help us continuously innovate how we deliver extraordinary client experiences on cloud applications projects.Solution Architects are accountable for shaping and delivering stellar cloud solutions for our clients. These seasoned experts and big picture thinkers play an integral role in sales and delivery (primarily, during the global design phase of a program): owning the solution definition, gaining our clients' confidence, and then helping our clients to achieve rapid time to value.As a Solution Architect, you will be responsible for working across our leadership team to shape solutions we sell. To succeed in this role, you are able to gain client confidence, shape end-to-end cloud solutions, and estimate the consulting projects properly, all because you have deep cloud delivery experience.We are looking for change agents with established records of solutioning large-scale cloud projects; people who measure success in terms of lifetime client enablement. You find joy in connecting the dots between people, processes, and technology. You take pride in your ability to manage expectations and provide transparency as you guide clients from their current state to their future state.NAACCareer Level - IC5ResponsibilitiesSpecifically, you will be responsible for:Solutioning and playing a key role in the deal pursuit team to win new consulting implementation business.Confirming that projects you sold are implemented successfully and within the original deal construct (i.e., revenue and margin) and strategy.Building strong relationships with Oracle North America Applications (NAA) sales, working collaboratively with them to jointly pursue software and consulting opportunities.Developing long-lasting client relationships, proving yourself as a trusted advisor who our clients can depend on.Developing and coaching the people around you to excel in their role, achieving great things for your career, our business, and our clients.Collaborating with your colleagues to create thought leadership and to improve the way we sell and deliver in the market.Minimum Qualifications:10+ years of HCM implementation experience, including 3 to 5 years of experience in a Solution Architect role, with significant focus in Oracle Cloud HCM solutions, to include Payroll, Time & Labor, and Absence Management. Certification in these areas are a plus. Undergraduate degree or equivalent at a minimum. Broader product, technology or industry expertise is an additional advantage. Ability to craft and articulate strategic solutions. In-depth knowledge of implementation methodologies and best practices. Knowledge of competitive & partner products, technology and solutions. Proficient in using selling and negotiation techniques and tools. Ability to travel as required.The Life of a Solution ArchitectClient successWe need seasoned architects who listen and align with our clients, jointly developing solutions with them, agreeing on commercial and contractual constructs, and then assembling all-star consulting teams to deliver what they helped position and sell.Our solution architects play an active role in delivery, typically through the global design phase of a program. Their ongoing involvement in delivery keeps them market relevant and able to continue to find ways to build even better solutions for our clients.LeadershipYou will be a key member of our executive team, engaging with NAAC leadership regularly as you pursue opportunities, help shape our business, and learn about what your colleagues are doing to elevate client success.You will have the opportunity to shape our team, playing an active role in recruiting, people development, and programs we run to engage and develop our people.You will be one of the faces of our business – you will provide thought leadership; engage in our client facing events (Oracle Cloud World, Modern Business Experiences, Customer Visit Center presentations, etc.).You will help us imagine the art of the possible – help us dream up what we aren't thinking about – new assets, better delivery approaches… and help our clients do the same.At Oracle Consulting, we believe:The attributes of modern cloud businesses demand new ways of thinking: more human-centered and experienced-based approaches.Cloud technology should free people from bureaucracy and hierarchy, empowering them to analyze and solve problems independently.Aligning people, processes, and technology to the overall business strategy - with emotional intelligence and creativity - transforms industriesCelebrating each employee's contributions - not just their skills on paper, but who they really are - cultivates an environment where our people are engaged, believe in our vision, and are fiercely committed to creating impactful results for our clients.Disclaimer:Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations onlyUS: Hiring Range: from $120,100 to $251,600 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinionShort term disability and long term disabilityLife insurance and AD&DSupplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending AccountsPre-tax commuter and parking benefits401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company matchPaid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.11 paid holidaysPaid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.Paid parental leaveAdoption assistanceEmployee Stock Purchase PlanFinancial planning and group legalVoluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insuranceThe role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.About UsAs a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's problems. True innovation starts with diverse perspectives and various abilities and backgrounds.When everyone's voice is heard, we're inspired to go beyond what's been done before. It's why we're committed to expanding our inclusive workforce that promotes diverse insights and perspectives.We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector—and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity.Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer a highly competitive suite of employee benefits designed on the principles of parity and consistency. We put our people first with flexible medical, life insurance and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs.We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. If you require accessibility assistance or accommodation for a disability at any point, let us know by calling +1 888 ### ####, option one.Disclaimer:Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer*. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.* Which includes being a United States Affirmative Action Employer