Lead Software Engineer - Oracle HCM Cloud Applications

Lead Software Engineer – Oracle HCM Cloud ApplicationsLocation: San Francisco, CA Rocklin, CA, San Jose, CA Long Term ContractRoles & Responsibilities15+ years of experience in Oracle HCM, Oracle HRMS, or Oracle HCM Cloud applications.At least two full lifecycle Oracle HCM Cloud implementations across modules such as Core HR, Workforce Compensation, Talent Management, Recruiting, Absence Management, Benefits, or Payroll-related integrations.Strong techno-functional expertise with deep understanding of both business process design and technical solution delivery.Hands-on experience with Core HR, Workforce Compensation, Talent Management, Absence Management, Reporting, Security, Approvals, and Integrations.Strong experience supporting annual compensation and performance cycles, including eligibility rules, merit planning, bonus planning, performance documents, goals, and downstream reporting.Expertise in OTBI, BI Publisher, HCM Extracts, HDL, HSDL, data conversion, reporting security, and Oracle HCM table structures.Experience with REST APIs, automation scripts, data validation tools, integrations, and solutions that reduce manual effort.Practical experience using AI tools, AI agents, or automation capabilities to improve productivity, operational efficiency, and business outcomes.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Experience leading teams, mentoring SMEs, coordinating testing, managing releases, and supporting production operations.Nice to HaveOracle Certification in Workforce Compensation Management.Certification in Core HR, Talent Management, Absence Management, Recruiting, Benefits, or other Oracle Cloud HCM modules.Experience with Redwood, Journeys, Page Composer, Visual Builder Studio, HCM approvals, role security, and data security.Experience with Fast Formulas for compensation, absence, benefits, payroll, eligibility, proration, or other business rules.Experience with Agile and Waterfall delivery, UAT coordination, quarterly release management, hyper care, and production support transition.Experience in retail, global HR operations, corporate systems, or large enterprise environments.Experience in using AI tools to improve HR operations and support.