Oracle Database Solution Architect

Delan Associates • St. Louis, MO

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Oracle Database Solution Architect to lead complex, large-scale enterprise transformation programmes. The ideal candidate will combine strong Oracle/enterprise architecture expertise with exceptional programme leadership, stakeholder management, and delivery governance capabilities. This role involves working closely with senior leadership (including VP-level stakeholders), requiring excellent communication, proactive mindset, and strong execution ownership.

Requirements

• 12–18+ years of overall technology delivery experience
• Minimum 5+ years in senior programme / delivery leadership roles
• Strong consulting background: Client advisory Engagement shaping Commercial / pre-sales / bid contribution
• Proven experience delivering large-scale, multi-geography technology programmes from initiation to BAU transition
• Strong technical background in: Oracle ecosystems (preferred) Enterprise architecture Cloud platforms / enterprise systems
• Experience in: Digital transformation programmes Cloud migration initiatives Enterprise application modernization
• Excellent executive-level communication & stakeholder management skills
• Experience managing: External vendors System integrators Third-party delivery partners
• Exposure to regulated industries (Preferred): BFSI Capital Markets Large enterprise transformation environments
• Familiarity with Oracle-based enterprise applications: WebLogic Oracle cloud transformation initiatives
• Understanding of enterprise technology layers: Infrastructure layer Virtualization layer Application layer
• Exposure to Microsoft Azure services: Virtual Machines Azure Storage App Services Azure Databases

Nice To Haves

• Strong leadership presence and executive influence capability
• Highly proactive, structured, and outcome-driven mindset
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
• Strong collaboration across global teams and stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end delivery across multi-region / multi-zone technology teams and programmes
• Define and embed programme governance including: Planning cadences RAID management Quality controls Escalation frameworks
• Lead integrated planning across Agile and Waterfall workstreams, ensuring: Scope alignment Resource planning Cross-team dependency management
• Ensure delivery timelines, quality standards, governance compliance, and customer/internal expectations are met under strict deadlines
• Drive continuous improvement across delivery processes, tools, and operational efficiency
• Establish clear communication strategy across programmes, including: Executive reporting Cross-functional updates Stakeholder communication frameworks
• Facilitate workshops and requirements discovery sessions to align teams on value-driven business outcomes
• Apply strong technical depth across: Architecture Cloud platforms Enterprise systems to evaluate risks, challenge estimates, and support trade-off decisions
• Ensure all deliverables align with: Enterprise architecture standards Security requirements Regulatory compliance obligations
• Foster a high-performance, inclusive delivery culture with: Strong accountability Psychological safety Team wellbeing focus
• Act as a role model across delivery teams with proactive leadership mindset and ownership culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed