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Princeton University is hiring an ERP Solution Architect to lead the technical strategy, design, and implementation of an enterprise-wide ERP replacement project encompassing HCM, finance, and student business domains. The role involves guiding technical direction, overseeing data migration, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals and technical standards.

Highlights

Lead technical direction and design of ERP replacement aligned with transformation goals and standards such as NIST.
Develop end-to-end ERP system architecture integrating custom enterprise applications, cloud platforms, and third-party solutions.
Oversee data conversion, migration strategies including ETL, data mapping, and validation ensuring data integrity.
Collaborate with University Data Office to establish data quality standards, cleansing, and regulatory compliance.
Identify technical risks, propose mitigations, and ensure ERP solution scalability, security, and performance.
Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture blueprints, and train IT teams.
Evaluate ERP vendor offerings to ensure alignment with architectural roadmap and organizational requirements.
Work with business analysts, project managers, vendors, and consultants to translate business needs into technical solutions and secure stakeholder sign-off.
Requires 7+ years IT architecture experience including 3+ years with SaaS ERP implementations (e.g., Oracle Cloud, Workday).
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; strong knowledge of ERP integration, APIs, middleware, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and data governance.
Salary range from $177,000 to $191,000 for a full-time, benefits-eligible 2-year term appointment with potential for extension.

ERP Solution Architect Full Description

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced ERP Solution Architect to lead the technical analysis, strategy development, planning and implementation of our enterprise-wide ERP replacement project covering the HCM, finance and student business domains. Reporting to the VP for IT and CIO, this critical role will provide technical leadership, design robust solution architectures, and oversee data migration and conversion strategies to ensure a seamless transition to a modern ERP platform. The ERP Solution Architect will collaborate closely with colleagues in the Office of Information Technology and the University’s Data Office, leaders of key administrative departments, cross-functional teams, vendors, and consultants to deliver a scalable, efficient, and future-ready ERP system aligned with our business goals and objectives.

This is a 2 year, benefits-eligible term appointment with a possibility of transitioning to an ongoing position after funding approval.

Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

Guide the technical direction of the ERP replacement, ensuring strategic alignment and a deep understanding of technical dependencies, to align with ERP transformation program goals, industry best practices, and technical standards (e.g., NIST).
Design end-to-end ERP system architecture, including integration with existing in-house custom enterprise applications/systems, cloud platforms, and third-party applications.
Develop and oversee data conversion and migration strategies, including ETL processes, data mapping, and validation to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
Collaborate with the University Data Office to establish data quality standards, oversee data cleansing, and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and policies.
Identify technical risks, propose mitigation strategies, and ensure scalability, security, and performance of the ERP solution.
Create and own technical documentation, architecture blueprints, and support training for IT teams.
Evaluate ERP vendor solutions and ensure alignment with the architectural roadmap and organizational needs.

Stakeholder Engagement

Work with business analysts, project managers, technical leads, developers, ERP vendors, and consulting partners to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Summarize the information for stakeholder (technology and business) sign-off.

Qualifications:

Essential Qualifications -

7+ years of experience in IT architecture, with at least 3 years focused on SaaS ERP implementations or replacements (e.g., Oracle Cloud, Workday)
Deep knowledge of ERP systems and their integration with enterprise environments
Proven experience designing and leading data migration and conversion strategies for large-scale ERP projects
Strong background in solution architecture, integration technologies (e.g., APIs, middleware, MuleSoft, Boomi, etc.), and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)
Knowledge of enterprise integration patterns and technologies (e.g., SOA, REST, SOAP) and a keen interest in learning new approaches
Knowledge of data quality frameworks and governance practices
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing), and to collaborate with a diverse set of stakeholders: technical, non-technical, management and end-users
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced, project-based, collaborative environment
When provided access to personal, proprietary and/or otherwise confidential data, maintains such data in the strictest confidence and follows procedures to ensure the privacy, security and proper use of data
Experience with agile and traditional project work approaches
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work experience

Preferred Qualifications -

Experience in higher education ERP implementations (preferred HCM, Financials or Student Information Systems)
Familiarity with cloud-based ERP deployments

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Standard Weekly Hours: 36.25 Eligible for Overtime: No Benefits Eligible: Yes Probationary Period: 180 days Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail): No Estimated Appointment End Date: 1/5/2028 Comments Related to End Date: This is a 2-year term role; the end date will be 2 years from the start date. Physical Capacity Exam Required: No Valid Driver’s License Required: No Experience Level: Director : #LI-JJ1 Salary Range: $177,000 to $191,000

Original Job Description

Overview:

This is a 2 year, benefits-eligible term appointment with a possibility of transitioning to an ongoing position after funding approval.

Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

Guide the technical direction of the ERP replacement, ensuring strategic alignment and a deep understanding of technical dependencies, to align with ERP transformation program goals, industry best practices, and technical standards (e.g., NIST).
Design end-to-end ERP system architecture, including integration with existing in-house custom enterprise applications/systems, cloud platforms, and third-party applications.
Develop and oversee data conversion and migration strategies, including ETL processes, data mapping, and validation to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
Collaborate with the University Data Office to establish data quality standards, oversee data cleansing, and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and policies.
Identify technical risks, propose mitigation strategies, and ensure scalability, security, and performance of the ERP solution.
Create and own technical documentation, architecture blueprints, and support training for IT teams.
Evaluate ERP vendor solutions and ensure alignment with the architectural roadmap and organizational needs.

Stakeholder Engagement

Work with business analysts, project managers, technical leads, developers, ERP vendors, and consulting partners to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Summarize the information for stakeholder (technology and business) sign-off.

Qualifications:

Essential Qualifications -

7+ years of experience in IT architecture, with at least 3 years focused on SaaS ERP implementations or replacements (e.g., Oracle Cloud, Workday)
Deep knowledge of ERP systems and their integration with enterprise environments
Proven experience designing and leading data migration and conversion strategies for large-scale ERP projects
Strong background in solution architecture, integration technologies (e.g., APIs, middleware, MuleSoft, Boomi, etc.), and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)
Knowledge of enterprise integration patterns and technologies (e.g., SOA, REST, SOAP) and a keen interest in learning new approaches
Knowledge of data quality frameworks and governance practices
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing), and to collaborate with a diverse set of stakeholders: technical, non-technical, management and end-users
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced, project-based, collaborative environment
When provided access to personal, proprietary and/or otherwise confidential data, maintains such data in the strictest confidence and follows procedures to ensure the privacy, security and proper use of data
Experience with agile and traditional project work approaches
Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work experience

Preferred Qualifications -

Experience in higher education ERP implementations (preferred HCM, Financials or Student Information Systems)
Familiarity with cloud-based ERP deployments

If the salary range on the posted position shows an hourly rate, this is the baseline; the actual hourly rate may be higher, depending on the position and factors listed above.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

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