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Sr Applications Developer

AT Uber
Uber

Sr Applications Developer

San Francisco, CA

About the Role

Sr Applications Developer at Business Technology Engineering, People Technology, will be responsible to manage SaaS applications that power various functional areas within the HR Domain. This role involves driving the technology and business processes of our People Team, providing tools and analysis to support various groups in Uber HR. This role also acts as a subject matter expert, and be a key resource for projects that include rolling out new functionality, implementing business process solutions, and providing end-user training.

The ideal candidate for this role should have a strong background in Oracle HCM Cloud and be able to serve as SME for application development and configuration across functional areas like Core HR, Recruitment, Onboarding functional within Oracle HCM Cloud. Additionally, This candidate should demonstrate excellent time-management and organizational habits, and the ability to communicate clearly and present information.

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This role will be part of the Global People Technology team consisting of engineering managers, solution architects, program managers, Application Developers, Data & Integration Engineers, and Software Engineers.

What You'll Do

  • Manage system enhancement and modification to meet business needs within the Oracle HCM Cloud
  • Provide product support by addressing business requests quickly and accurately.
  • As a technology expert, advise the business on the right technical solutions and recommend best practices to complement the overall approach. Understand the downstream impacts of these solutions and guide the business accordingly.
  • Lead special projects and ad hoc analyses to evaluate new initiatives, products, risks, and opportunities.
  • Provide expertise on Oracle HCM configurations and extensibility to stakeholders and peers
  • Manage security administration, including process and security configuration
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities and implement process, system, and reporting improvements.
  • Maintain strong documentation of system configurations and solutions in line with Uber standards
  • Manage projects end-to-end, ensuring coverage of various phases like design, testing, and user enablement
  • Demonstrate excellent analytical, problem-solving, and operational skills to evolve the application strategy based on research, data, and industry trends
  • Stay adaptable by learning new technologies to meet changing business needs
  • Work with global and remote teams and stakeholders

Basic Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of Oracle HCM Cloud experience as Application developer across Core HR, Recruitment, Onboarding functional areas within Oracle HCM Cloud
  • Deep knowledge of Oracle HCM cloud capabilities, configurability, and extensibility to meet complex requirements
  • Proven experience of working across at least 2 end-to-end HR transformation projects on Oracle HCM cloud
  • Strong understanding of Oracle HCM Fusion Cloud implementation methodologies.
  • Hands-on experience configuring and building solutions across multiple Oracle HCM Cloud functional areas.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills for troubleshooting multi-platform technical issues.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Experience using JIRA, Lucidchart, and other project management tools.
  • Eagerness to work on complex problems and learn new technologies

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience on non-Oracle systems like Workday, Service NOW etc.
  • Knowledge of the overall HR technology ecosystem, including 3rd-party Talent Acquisition, Benefits, and Payroll vendors
  • Expertise in working on other functional areas (Time & Absence, Payroll, etc.) and Integrations/Technical components
  • Certifications on Oracle HCM/Fusion cloud Implementation on relevant areas for this role

For San Francisco, CA-based roles: The base salary range for this role is USD$171,000 per year - USD$190,000 per year.

You will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. You will also be eligible for various benefits. More details can be found at the following link https://www.uber.com/careers/benefits.

Uber is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Offices continue to be central to collaboration and Uber's cultural identity. Unless formally approved to work fully remotely, Uber expects employees to spend at least half of their work time in their assigned office. For certain roles, such as those based at green-light hubs, employees are expected to be in-office for 100% of their time. Please speak with your recruiter to better understand in-office expectations for this role.

Client-provided location(s): San Francisco, CA, USA
Job ID: Uber-133830
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program