Oracle Database Solution Architect

Delan Associates, Inc

St. Louis, MO

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Communication Skills, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Database Architecture, Enterprise Applications, Enterprise Architecture, Geography, Leadership, Oracle, Oracle Database, Process Improvement, Quality Metrics, RAID Storage, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis, Strategic Planning, Systems Analysis, Time Management, Waterfall Model of Software Development
LOCATION
St. Louis, MO
POSTED
1 day ago

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.

Key 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

Required Skills & Experience

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

Preferred Attributes

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

About the Company

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Delan Associates, Inc