Transamerica

Oracle ERP Lead

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Full time

Job Family

IT - Development

About Us 

 

At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.  

 

Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there. 

     

Who We Are 

 

We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life 

Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them. 

We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms. 

What We Do 

 

Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs. 

 

Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com.  

Job Description Summary

The Oracle ERP Lead is responsible for architecting, implementing, and supporting enterprise solutions across Oracle Cloud (Fusion) and/or Oracle E‑Business Suite. This role partners closely with business stakeholders, IT leadership, and technical teams to deliver secure, scalable, and integrated ERP capabilities. The Oracle ERP Lead provides technical and functional leadership to internal, contract, and offshore team members while ensuring adherence to best practices and governance standards.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead end‑to‑end Oracle ERP solution delivery, including requirements analysis, design, configuration, testing, and deployment across Finance (FAH, GL, AP) modules. 
  • Collaborate with business product owners and cross‑functional stakeholders in an agile environment to translate business needs into scalable Oracle ERP solutions. 
  • Provide expert-level guidance on Oracle ERP capabilities, module functionality, integrations, data models, security, and extensibility tools (e.g., OTBI, BIP, APEX, PCS, OIC). 
  • Lead technical and functional design sessions, define architecture standards, and drive solution roadmaps across Oracle ERP platforms. 
  • Oversee development and integration efforts using Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC), REST/SOAP APIs, FBDI, HDL, and related tools. 
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and mentor team members on Oracle configuration standards, best practices, and development guidelines. 
  • Recommend solutions that balance cost, business value, scalability, and system maintainability. 
  • Lead data migration, conversions, and integration architecture across enterprise applications, both on‑premises and cloud. 
  • Ensure compliance with security policies, SOX/ITGC controls, and organizational governance requirements. 
  • Oversee the work of onshore/offshore analysts and developers; may include direct people leadership. 
  • Keep pace with the latest Oracle ERP Cloud updates, quarterly releases, and new product capabilities. 
  • Prepare executive‑level presentations and facilitate technical or functional workshops. 
  • Partner with architecture, infrastructure, and database teams to support performance optimization, environment management, and release coordination. 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Engineering, or equivalent experience. 
  • 5+ years of hands‑on Oracle ERP experience (Cloud/Fusion or EBS) in Finance, SCM, HCM, or multi‑module environments. 
  • Expertise in Oracle ERP configuration, functional design, and cross‑module process flows. 
  • Strong experience with:  
  • Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC): VBCS, PCS, REST/SOAP adapters 
  • Data management tools:  SQL, PL/SQL, Redshift 
  • Reporting tools: OTBI, BI Publisher, Smart View 
  • 3+ years of experience with ERP data models, workflow design, and master data management. 
  • Understanding of SaaS/PaaS cloud architecture, Oracle Cloud quarterly release cycles, and environment strategy. 
  • Experience with CI/CD practices, version control (Bitbucket or Git), deployment automation, and code migration processes. 
  • Experience integrating Oracle ERP with third‑party systems using REST/SOAP APIs, OCI/OIC, or middleware platforms. 
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills. 
  • Ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and manage multiple priorities in fast‑paced environments. 
  • Excellent communication and technical documentation skills. 


Preferred Qualifications

  • Understanding of analytics, reporting strategy, and enterprise data warehouses. 
  • Oracle Cloud or Oracle EBS professional certifications. 
  • Experience within financial services. 
  • Experience with big data or real-time integration architectures. 


Working Conditions

  • Office or hybrid work environment. 
  • Occasional after-hours support for releases or critical incidents. 
  • Limited travel as business needs require. 

This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

Compensation

The Salary for this position generally ranges between $111,000 - $140,000 annuallyPlease note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion. 

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (list locations that are applicable).  Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

What We Offer  

 

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. 

 

Compensation Benefits 

  • Competitive Pay 

  • Bonus for Eligible Employees 

 

Benefits Package 

  • Pension Plan 

  • 401k Match

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Disability Insurance

  • Medical Insurance

  • Dental Insurance

  • Vision Insurance

  • Employee Discounts

  • Career Training & Development Opportunities

 

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits 

  • Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.

  • Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

  • Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars 

  • Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

  • Adoption Assistance

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Back-Up Care Program

  • PTO for Volunteer Hours

  • Employee Matching Gifts Program

  • Employee Resource Groups

  • Inclusion and Diversity Programs

  • Employee Recognition Program

  • Referral Bonus Programs

 

Inclusion & Diversity  

  

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women. 

  

To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all. 

   

Giving Back  

  

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.     

  

Transamerica’s Parent Company  

 

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has  grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.   

* As of December 31, 2023