Senior Applications Analyst - Oracle HCM Cloud

Delta Dental of California
$80,500 - $174,300
dental insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), employee discount
United States, California, Oakland
Jun 10, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION The Senior Applications Analyst is responsible for applying past experience and industry standards in the planning, organizing and conducting of a Business Needs Assessment, most commonly referred to as Business Requirements, for the development of systems capabilities that are cost effective, creative, and that meet user's needs. This role may engage in the solutioning of complex challenges and may recommend and implement system configurations to accomplish complex project goals. The Senior Applications Analyst plays a durable role throughout the Development Lifecycle that includes gathering and documenting business requirements, creating use case scenarios, modeling business process, and participating in the overall planning that will ensure the system delivered meets the needs of the business. The role plays a lead as well as a hands-on Application role throughout the Development Lifecycle and will mentor and lead other associates in the gathering and documenting of business requirements, creating use case scenarios, modeling business process, and participating in the overall planning that will ensure the system delivered meets the needs of the business. The Senior Applications Analyst should be adept at developing SQL Queries and creating custom BIP reports as needed to analyze data issues, provide ad-hoc reports and solve technical and functional system issues. RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for being the technical team's functional subject matter expert for HR and Legal business functions as supported by the Oracle Cloud environment and other applications in the Corporate Technology Services group portfolio. These include HCM & Payroll Applications. Fosters a strong relationship with business users in all HR functional areas. Serves as a functional team lead for small projects, releases, and other implementations specific to the area of work, including coordination of tasks, testing, delivery of work from other groups within the IT department and business areas. Leads conversations and facilitates discussion with technical resources to translate functional business requirements into technology solutions. Ensures successful delivery of requested work products. Works with business leaders, super-users, and end-users (customers) to develop and redesign the business capabilities provided by Oracle Cloud and other applications in the Corporate Tech Services group portfolio, including data flow analysis, system configuration, data setup, including recommendations to implement new features or functions. Writes queries or custom reports as needed to analyze data issues, provide ad-hoc reports, or solve system issues. Adept at role-based access controls and in developing custom application security roles. Fast formula development experience is preferred. Develops system, regression, performance, test plans, scripts, and coordinates user acceptance testing. Provides guidance to business partners on QA best practices. Understands key software product development concepts including user group meeting facilitation, software development, project management, quality assurance, and software version control. Communicates and maintains relationship with Level 1 and Level 2 support organizations to understand quality and support issues for consideration in future software product releases. QUALIFICATIONS 6+ years of experience w/Bachelor's degree Master's degree in Technology or HR preferred Experience in business analysis in a technical environment, supporting large teams of business, IT staff, and executive management Experience with both process and data-driven structured analysis techniques Experience working on HCM Cloud Redwood releases and configurations Understands annual business cycles and how to set up configurations Experience desired in majority of the HCM Cloud Modules - Core HR, Compensation, Talent Management, Benefits, Payroll and Time and Labor Techno-Functional expertise in above modules will be preferred and is a plus Ability to document requirement and functional specification documentation for system enhancements and regulatory changes Query writing and execution, data validation and analysis Experience writing use cases, test cases, and test scripts, configurations, reports, and interfaces for all common SDLC test phases, including FIT/SIT, UAT, regression, performance, and DR test phases Experience using Jira is a plus Experience leading functional reviews with business partners, including facilitation, problem negotiation, and mediation Understands waterfall software development lifecycle, familiarity with an agile methodology is a plus 6+ years as Business/Applications or System Analyst supporting Corporate Tech groups like HR, Payroll and Finance business areas Excellent communication, influence, presentation, team and interpersonal skills - able to present goals, project scope, and requirements to any level in the organization Ability to conceptualize business problems and out of the box solutions Champion of change, process and best practices to both the business and technical team members Ability to train, lead and mentor others by lending subject matter expertise and knowledge Strong multi-tasking abilities with project management skills Strong data interpretation skills to form actionable suggestions to support business requirements Ability to understand stakeholder needs and demonstrates creative thinking to provide innovative solutions and recommend system and process enhancements Strong decision-making skills and process management to ensure stakeholders understand all the conditions, environment, and measures in which the decision will be made Ability to perform evaluation of historical trends to provide predictive insights Ability to offer solutions to resolve risks, conflicts, and assumptions Ability to summarize requirements and connect requirements to business goals while anticipating impact on target as well as related systems Strong research skills/ability to get an overview and dive into details independently Moderate experience with agile methodologies (with Kanban boards or Sprints) preferred Strong root-cause analysis skills and ability to write and execute basic SQL queries and reports Deep level of understanding of multiple systems Base Pay Information The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental's assessment of the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity. Pay Grade 21. $80,500 - $174,300 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Behind the smile! We are dedicated to safeguarding the health and financial stability of our employees and their loved ones. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes: Competitive base and incentive pay 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions Rich medical & pharmacy benefits 100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities Employee discount program Fair Chance Ordinances and Criminal Background Considerations This position requires that the applicant undergo a background check. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state or local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or New York Corrections Law Article 23-A. #LI-Hybrid ABOUT THE TEAM At Delta Dental, we're behind millions of smiles and counting. For over 68 years, we've served our communities by increasing access to affordable, quality care - but that commitment to care extends beyond the people we serve, to the dedicated employees who make those smiles genuine. We've come this far by building fair programs that offer opportunities for advancement, create meaningful connections and improve the lives of our employees and their families. Because we know that when we take exceptional care of each other, we can make a positive impact for all. We champion an inspirational workplace through our commitment to trust, service, excellence and innovation. Joining us means working for a company that offers stability and balance, opportunities for leadership at all levels, and a work environment focused on teamwork and camaraderie. Discover the smiling faces behind Delta Dental and experience our values and culture in action by connecting with us on social media. Follow Delta Dental Ins. on Facebook and Instagram, #LifeatDDins on Facebook and Instagram, Delta Dental Ins. on Twitter and Delta Dental Ins. on LinkedIn. If you've got an appetite for innovation and want to be a part of a team that's transforming the future of health care, join us! Since 1955, we have offered comprehensive, high-quality oral health care benefits to millions of enrollees and built the strongest network of dental providers in the country. The Delta Dental of California network includes affiliates Delta Dental Insurance Company; Delta Dental of Pennsylvania; Delta Dental of New York, Inc.; Delta Dental of the District of Columbia; Delta Dental of Delaware, Inc.; and Delta Dental of West Virginia, providing dental benefits to more than 31 million people across 15 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. The company and its affiliates are part of Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA), a not-for-profit national association based in Oak Brook, Illinois. Through our national network of Delta Dental companies, we offer dental coverage in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories. We offer vision coverage through DeltaVision in 15 states and the District of Columbia. Collectively, we deliver benefits to more Americans than any other dental insurance company. Delta Dental Ins. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment. Individuals seeking employment at Delta Dental are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, actual or perceived physical or mental disability, registered domestic partner status, caregiver status, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other legally protected category. Delta Dental is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, we have adopted and maintain an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy, Harassment-Free Work Environment Policy, and Respectful Workplace policies and will not tolerate violations of these policies. 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