LOCATION- (LA / Dallas) HYBRID Role: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) SME Position Overview: We seek a highly skilled and experienced Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) SME with deep expertise in Oracle Cloud technologies to lead the modernization of our legacy system. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Oracle Platform as a Service (PaaS), Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC), and related tools. This role will involve analyzing the current legacy solution, identifying areas for improvement, and designing a scalable, secure, and efficient Oracle Cloud-based architecture to meet the organization's needs. Key Responsibilities: 1. Assessment and Analysis: · Conduct a comprehensive analysis of the legacy systems, including their inputs, outputs, dependencies, and lifecycle status. · Identify technical bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities, and areas for optimization, with a focus on Oracle Cloud solutions. 1. Solution Design: · Develop a high-level architecture for migrating legacy systems to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). · Design microservices-based solutions leveraging Oracle PaaS, ensuring scalability, modularity, and maintainability. · Utilize Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC) to streamline data integration and process automation across systems. · Incorporate Oracle Cloud-native services such as Oracle Autonomous Database, Oracle Kubernetes Engine, and Oracle API Gateway into the architecture. · Define and implement a migration strategy to Oracle Cloud, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. · Leverage Oracle Cloud tools for data migration, security, and monitoring, such as Oracle Data Integration and Oracle Cloud Guard. · Implement security measures to address vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with industry standards, leveraging Oracle Identity and Access Management (IAM). 1. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: · Work closely with Corporate Accounting, Finance, and Technology teams to understand business requirements and ensure alignment with organizational goals. 1. Project Management: · Develop a roadmap for the modernization project, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation. · Lead cross-functional teams to execute the migration and modernization plan using Oracle Cloud tools and methodologies. · Monitor progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders. Required Qualifications: · Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. · Experience: · 15+ years of experience in software architecture, system design, and development. · Proven track record of modernizing legacy systems and migrating them to Oracle Cloud platforms. · Hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Oracle PaaS, and Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC). · Expertise in microservices architecture, containerization (e.g., Docker, Oracle Kubernetes Engine), and serverless computing. · Technical Skills: · Proficiency in Oracle Cloud-native services, including Oracle Autonomous Database, Oracle API Gateway, and Oracle Data Integration. · Strong knowledge of database systems, including Oracle Database and NoSQL databases. · Experience with API design and integration using Oracle API Management tools. · Understanding of security best practices for Oracle Cloud environments, including Oracle IAM and Oracle Cloud Guard. · Soft Skills: · Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. · Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. · Ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with financial and accounting systems.