About the role
As an Oracle HCM Payroll Architect, you will make an impact by leading the configuration and integration of Oracle Cloud HCM Payroll solutions across complex, multi-entity environments. You will be a valued member of the Oracle HCM practice and work collaboratively with Payroll, HR, Finance, Tax, and IT stakeholders to ensure accurate, compliant, and scalable payroll solutions.
In this role, you will
Lead the design, configuration, and delivery of Oracle Cloud HCM Payroll solutions, including elements, balances, costing, payroll flows, and controls.
Design and implement integrations using HCM Extracts, HDL, BI Publisher, REST/SOAP APIs, and Oracle Integration Cloud to support end-to-end payroll processes.
Ensure payroll accuracy, statutory compliance, and audit readiness across multi-entity and multi-jurisdiction environments.
Oversee testing initiatives including SIT, UAT, and parallel payroll, and lead release planning and cutover activities.
Provide technical leadership by mentoring analysts and engineers and leading solution workshops and stakeholder communications.
What you need to have to be considered
10-15+ years in HCM with extensive experience in end-to-end Fusion implementations.
10+ years of payroll technology experience with deep hands-on expertise in Oracle Cloud HCM Payroll configuration and integrations.
Oracle HCM Functional Certifications
Strong expertise in payroll configuration, Fast Formulas, and payroll integrations using Extracts, HDL, APIs, and OIC.
Proven delivery experience on large-scale payroll implementations or transformations across multiple entities or jurisdictions.
Strong controls mindset with expertise in compliance, audit readiness, security, and data privacy.
These will help you stand out
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification from the American Payroll Association (APA).
Experience supporting union payroll environments, including premiums and collective bargaining scenarios.
Experience integrating payroll with timekeeping, benefits, tax vendors, and GL/ERP systems.
Hands-on experience with parallel payroll testing, cutover planning, and stabilization.
Exposure to CI/CD or automated testing for Oracle HCM artifacts.
Strong data governance and cross-system data mapping experience.
Work model: Hybrid
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 4–5 days per week onsite at a customer or Cognizant office in New York City, NY or Pittsburgh, PA. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs.
Additional Information
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.*
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $100,890 – $156,000 depending on experience and other qualifications.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to plan terms.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Über uns
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) ist ein Anbieter von KI-gestützten Lösungen und Technologiedienstleistungen. Wir schlagen die Brücke zwischen KI‑Investitionen und messbarem Unternehmenswert, indem wir Full‑Stack‑KI‑Lösungen für unsere Kunden entwickeln. Unsere tiefgehende Branchen‑, Prozess‑ und Engineering‑Expertise ermöglicht es uns, den individuellen Kontext einer Organisation in Technologiesysteme zu integrieren, die menschliches Potenzial verstärken, greifbare Ergebnisse erzielen und globale Unternehmen in einer sich schnell verändernden Welt an der Spitze halten. Mehr erfahren Sie unter www.cognizant.com oder auf @cognizant.
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