Job Title: Oracle Retail Merchandising - Solution Architect
Experience: 13+ Years
Department: Oracle Retail
Key Responsibilities:
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Performance Optimization:
- Identify performance bottlenecks and propose optimization strategies.
- Implement best practices for database tuning and application performance.
7. Project Management:
- Assist project managers in planning, estimation, and execution of Oracle Retail projects.
- Contribute to risk management and mitigation strategies.
8. Stakeholder Management:
- Act as the primary point of contact for business and IT stakeholders.
- Provide regular status updates and manage expectations.
9. Support and Maintenance:
- Provide post-implementation support.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in the Oracle Retail environment.
- Manage change requests and enhancements.
10. 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 13+ 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.
