Solution Architect Cornerstone OnDemand

Position: Solution Architect Cornerstone OnDemand Position Type: Full-time Location: New Brunswick, NJ Onsite preferred or hybrid 
Salary Range: $125,000-$160,000 a year 
12-15 years of experience 
Desired Skills: Solution and Functional Architecture (SAFA) 
Job Description   
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

• Minimum 12 years of experience in Learning Technologies with 8+ years in Cornerstone OnDemand.

• Deep hands-on knowledge of CSOD Learning Module; bonus if experienced in Performance, Recruiting, Extended Enterprise, and Content domains.

• Strong understanding of SaaS architecture, SSO/SAML, APIs, web services, and data integration.

• Experience in enterprise system integrations (SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, Oracle HCM, AD systems, CRM, etc.).

Functional Skills

• Strong understanding of corporate learning strategies, compliance training, blended learning, and capability development frameworks.

• Experience working with global learning organizations in complex, matrixed environments. Excellent analysis, mapping, and documentation skills.

Roles & Responsibilities 
 Solution Design & Architecture

• Architect comprehensive learning solutions leveraging the full CSOD Learning suite (Learning Management, Content Anytime, ILT/VILT, Curricula, Certifications, Observations).

• Design scalable, future-ready learning architectures aligned with organizational learning strategies.

• Translate business needs into functional and technical solution designs, workflows, configurations, and integrations.

• Define governance frameworks, platform standards, and best practices for CSOD usage.

Implementation & Configuration

• Lead end-to-end implementation projects, including requirement gathering, configuration, testing, and deployment.

• Configure CSOD modules including Learning, Performance, Extended Enterprise, and Content offerings.

• Oversee complex configurations: dynamic assignments, automated training workflows, custom pages, email templates, and certification paths.

• Drive environment management (Stage/Prod), release management, and regression readiness.

Integration & Data Strategy

• Partner with IT teams to design and oversee integrations with HRIS, identity systems, CRM, and content providers.

• Define data migration strategies, data models, reporting structures, and analytics.

• Utilize CSOD Reporting (Reporting 2.0 / Insights) to support business dashboards and compliance reporting.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the trusted CSOD advisor for business leaders, L&D, HR, and IT stakeholders.

• Lead workshops, demos, and solution planning sessions.

• Provide change management support, training plans, and system adoption strategies.

Support & Optimization

• Troubleshoot platform issues, coordinate with CSOD Support, and ensure timely resolution.

• Continuously optimize platform performance, workflows, and learning experiences.

• Monitor platform trends, new releases, and industry best practices to drive enhancements.

 Regards,           
Sajith Nair                         Ztek Consulting Inc.
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