Oracle Principal Architect - RAC, OCI, OIC, EBS

Title: Oracle Principal Architect – RAC, OCI, OIC, EBS

Location : Champaign, IL Area

Salary: $150000 - $170000 / Year + Bonus

Job Type: Full-Time | Exempt

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.

No sponsorship available

Oracle Principal Architect , with a specialized focus on Oracle technologies, is a strategic leader responsible for the overall design and evolution of our enterprise-wide technology architecture. This role will drive the strategy, roadmap, and governance for all IT initiatives, including core database systems, applications (e.g., Oracle, HCL Commerce, Infios WMS, etc), and cloud services (OCI). The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between business objectives and technical implementation, ensuring our IT investments are scalable, secure, and aligned with long-term organizational goals.

• Lead the development of enterprise architecture strategies and roadmaps for IT platforms, encompassing applications, data, and infrastructure
• Act as the primary technical authority for IT solutions, providing expert guidance on complex architectural decisions and best practices for on-premise and cloud environments
• Design and oversee the implementation of large-scale, complex IT solutions, including migrations, upgrades, and integrations with other enterprise systems
• Partner with business and technology stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust and scalable architectural designs
• Establish and enforce architectural standards, policies, and governance models for all IT projects to ensure consistency, security, and cost-effectiveness
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to solution architects, developers, and engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence
• Monitor emerging technologies and industry trends to assess their potential impact and value to the organization
• Deliver clear, audience-appropriate updates to executives and cross-functional teams
• Use discretion and independent judgment in daily decisions while maintaining high confidentiality and professionalism
• Actively participate in learning initiatives such as training programs, workshops, and webinars. Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments
• Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively
• Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural King’s Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement
• Perform other duties as assigned

Must haves:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in IT roles, with significant time spent in an enterprise or solutions architecture capacity, plus 2+ years leading or supervising teams
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (or equivalent experience)
• Deep, hands-on expertise with Oracle database technologies (e.g., RAC, Exadata, Oracle Autonomous Database, GoldenGate)
• Significant experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), including design, deployment, and migration strategies
• Significant experience with Orace Integration Cloud (OIC) in creating automation workflows, configuring adaptors, and designing / building API integrations
• Expertise in Oracle enterprise applications like E-Business Suite (EBS), Fusion Applications, and Oracle Retail Suite
• Strong understanding of integration strategies and middleware, including SOA, microservices, and APIs
• Experience with other public cloud platforms (e.g., AWS , Azure) is a plus
• Experience with eCommerce platforms (ie HCL Commerce) is a plus
• Expereince with Infios WMS (ie Highjump) is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to executive-level stakeholders
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Proven leadership and collaboration skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Comfortable navigating computer systems and software to assist customers or manage activities

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