What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solutions Architect position at Everest Consultants, Inc.?
Oracle Cloud Fusion Solutions Architect
Duration: 1 to 2 Years (03/10/25-6/30/26)
Location: Atlanta, Georgia - 30303
Candidate Must Be Local. Work is a hybrid environment.
This is a 1-2 year assignment.
Initial contract end will show 6/30/25. Contract will then be renewed for the period 7/1/25-6/30/26.
Job Overview
The solutions architect proactively and holistically leads and supports project activities that guide the development and management of a portfolio of solutions. They provide best practice and expert technical architectural support for solutions that involve cloud virtualization, software defined networking, cloud infrastructure, management and security, including integration with select 3rd party products.
They create deliverables for managing the organization's portfolio of "to be" and "as is" solutions — including systems (applications, processes, integration, information and technology), shared infrastructure services, and shared application services and components to enable and drive targeted business outcomes.
Credentials and Experience
A bachelor's degree in computer science, information-technology, engineering, system analysis or a related study, or equivalent experience
A minimum of five years of experience in Oracle Cloud Fusion solution development disciplines, including experience with modules such as Financials, HCM, SCM, and EPM.
Exposure to multiple, diverse technologies, platforms and processing environments
Good understanding of strategic and emerging technology trends, and the practical application of existing and emerging technologies to new and evolving business and operating models
Good understanding of product management, agile principles and development methodologies and capability of supporting agile teams by providing advice and guidance on opportunities, impact and risks, taking account of technical and architectural debt
Experience working in a relevant industry is helpful, but not required
Experience developing architecture blueprints, strategies and roadmaps
License or certification in Cloud Systems Architecture
Skills
Expertise in Oracle Fusion architecture, configuration, and data structures
Strong understanding of integration techniques and tools
Knowledge of security practices and compliance requirements
Experience with Oracle Fusion APIs, Web Services, and middleware solutions
Data savvy with knowledge of various aspects of a technology architecture like integration, network and security
Good understanding of information principles and processes
Understanding and knowledge of system development life cycle methodologies (such as waterfall, spiral, agile software development, rapid prototyping, incremental, synchronize and stabilize and DevOps)
Understanding and knowledge of IT service management (ITSM) and information technology infrastructure library (ITIL)
Understanding of IT standards and controls
Industry experience in applying application development methodologies and infrastructure and network architecture
Proven analytical, planning, organizational and technical and skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work with developers in an outsourced environment
Understanding of support controls to address all aspects of cloud computing such as service tiers, monitoring and alerting, business continuity planning, etc.
Able to engage other architects on the project (Security, Network, DB) as appropriate and provide leadership through resolution of architectural issues
Competencies
Organizationally savvy, with the ability to navigate organizational politics with tact
Skilled at influencing, guiding and facilitating stakeholders and peers with decision making
Ability to articulate new ideas and concepts to technical and nontechnical audiences
Skilled at understanding the long-term ("big picture") and short-term perspectives of situations
Proficient in translating future-state business capabilities and requirements into solution architecture requirements
Ability to propose and estimate the financial impact of solution architecture alternatives
Effective interpersonal skills to work creatively and analytically for solving business problems and propose solutions
Apt at quickly comprehending the functions and capabilities of new technologies
Characteristics
Trusted and respected as a thought leader who can influence and persuade business and IT leaders and IT development teams
Technology neutral: remains unbiased toward any specific technology or vendor choice and is more interested in results than personal preferences
Displays intellectual curiosity and integrity
Motivated and driven by achieving long-term business outcomes
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and lead cross-functional teams
