Southern Company

DRM/EDM Application Developer

Southern Company • $100K — $120K *
Atlanta, GA 30349In-Person
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, MIS, Data Analytics, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • 3+ years of hands-on Oracle DRM (on-premises) experience in master data management and metadata governance.
  • Preferred experience with Oracle EDM Cloud including implementation and configuration.
  • Familiarity with DRM and EDM Cloud configuration processes; experience coding in DRM formula/scripting language is favored.
  • Knowledge of enterprise metadata lifecycle management and data governance best practices.

Responsibilities

  • Administer Oracle DRM, managing key metadata aspects and serving as primary platform owner during EDM Cloud transition.
  • Support Oracle EDM Cloud implementation, focusing on environment setup and workflow design.
  • Maintain and build derived properties and expressions across DRM and EDM Cloud environments.
  • Design validations and data quality checks to enforce corporate governance standards across platforms.
  • Oversee change management workflows in DRM Governance and EDM Cloud, ensuring audit tracking and compliance.
  • Manage metadata lifecycle across systems, ensuring SOX compliance and auditing standards.
  • Develop integrations between DRM/EDM Cloud and various Oracle tools to streamline data flow.

Benefits

  • Robust health and wellness programs to support employee well-being.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
  • Flexible work arrangements, including some remote work options.
  • Performance-based recognition and rewards for contributions to the company.
  • Inclusive company culture that values diversity and collaboration.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Oracle DRM / EDM Developer Analyst

Location: Atlanta, GA or Birmingham, AL (4 days onsite)

JOB SUMMARY

Provide primary support for Oracle Data Relationship Management (DRM) - Southern Company's current on-premises master data management platform - while leading or contributing to the strategic implementation of Oracle Enterprise Data Management Cloud (EDM Cloud), targeted within the next 9 months. Responsibilities span application administration, metadata governance, hierarchy management, integration support, and data quality across both platforms. The ideal candidate brings hands-on DRM experience and demonstrated exposure to EDM Cloud, enabling a smooth transition. Bring an AI-native mindset to accelerate analysis, automate governance processes, and resolve issues faster.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Administer and support Oracle DRM (on-premises), including dimensions, hierarchies, properties, nodes, glyphs, viewpoints, node types, and related metadata objects; serve as primary platform owner through EDM Cloud cutover.
  • Lead or support the implementation of Oracle EDM Cloud, including environment setup, application and adapter configuration, dimension modeling, workflow design, subscription configuration, and controlled cutover from DRM.
  • Build and maintain derived properties and expressions: DRM formula/scripting language for on-prem, and EDM Cloud expression framework for cloud; support both during the transition period.
  • Design and maintain validations, business rules, and data quality checks enforcing corporate governance standards, data stewardship requirements, and segregation of duties controls in both platforms.
  • Configure and support change management workflows in DRM Governance (DRG) and EDM Cloud, including request types, request sets, approvals, validations, subscriptions, and audit tracking.
  • Manage enterprise metadata lifecycle: hierarchy maintenance, alternate hierarchies, version control, lineage tracking, SOX-compliant change documentation, and auditability across DRM and EDM Cloud environments.
  • Develop and maintain metadata integrations between DRM/EDM Cloud and Oracle tools (Cloud ERP, Cloud EPM, Hyperion Planning, HFM, Essbase) and downstream systems, leveraging EDM Cloud pre-packaged application adapters, REST APIs, EPM Automate, and OIC.
  • Manage Oracle EDM Cloud monthly update cycles: review release notes, assess functional impact, execute regression testing, and coordinate change management for production updates.
  • Apply AI-assisted diagnostics, anomaly detection, and automation to improve data quality, governance efficiency, and issue resolution while maintaining appropriate controls.


Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, MIS, Data Analytics, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
  • 3+ years hands-on Oracle DRM (on-premises) experience in master data management, hierarchy management, metadata governance, and data quality - required.
  • Oracle EDM Cloud experience (implementation, configuration, or administration) - strongly preferred; candidates with DRM experience and demonstrated EDM Cloud exposure will be prioritized.
  • Experience configuring DRM dimensions, hierarchies, properties, nodes, viewpoints, validations, workflows, and subscriptions; equivalent EDM Cloud configuration experience is a plus.
  • Experience with DRM formula/scripting language; familiarity with EDM Cloud expression framework for derived properties and transformation logic - preferred.
  • Experience with EDM Cloud pre-packaged application adapters (Oracle ERP Cloud, EPM Planning, FCCS, or similar) and the REST API for metadata synchronization - preferred.
  • Knowledge of DRM/EDM integrations with Oracle Cloud ERP, Cloud EPM, Hyperion Planning, HFM, Essbase, OIC, EPM Automate, and downstream systems.
  • Experience with ERP metadata synchronization and data mappings bridging ledger accounts, cost centers, entities, alternate hierarchies, and reporting structures.
  • Experience supporting or executing a DRM-to-EDM Cloud migration - a significant plus.
  • Hands-on experience using AI assistants (Microsoft Copilot, GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar) to support metadata analysis, documentation, expression logic, and anomaly identification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & CAPABILITIES

Core DRM / EDM Cloud & Integration Skills
  • DRM (on-prem): application configuration, dimensions, hierarchies, properties, nodes, glyphs, viewpoints, governance models, derived properties, and DRM formula/scripting language.
  • EDM Cloud: application and adapter configuration, EDM expression framework, request types, request sets, policy-based workflow design, subscription management, and cloud environment administration (test/production).
  • EDM Cloud application adapters: pre-packaged adapters for Oracle ERP Cloud, EPM Planning, FCCS, HFM, Essbase, and universal adapters for non-Oracle systems.
  • REST API fluency for EDM Cloud metadata synchronization, automation, and integration; EPM Automate for scheduled operations and bulk data management.
  • Oracle Cloud monthly update management: release note review, impact assessment, regression testing, and production update coordination.
  • Metadata integrations with Oracle Cloud ERP, Cloud EPM, Hyperion Planning, HFM, Essbase, OIC, data warehouses, and reporting tools.
  • SDLC discipline: requirements gathering, technical documentation, unit testing, environment migration, change control, deployment, and production support.
  • Strong MDM, metadata governance, data stewardship, data profiling, and controlled change management knowledge.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to explain technical concepts to finance, IT, audit, and business stakeholders.

AI Knowledge & Capabilities
  • AI-native mindset: defaults to AI-assisted approaches to accelerate analysis, improve data quality, reduce repetitive work, and resolve issues faster - using AI to amplify impact, not replace judgment.
  • Hands-on AI tool experience: demonstrated use of AI assistants such as Microsoft Copilot, GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar tools to support metadata analysis, draft documentation, generate expression/formula logic, summarize impact assessments, and identify anomalies in hierarchies and master data.
  • Prompt engineering fundamentals: ability to craft effective, context-aware prompts to get accurate results from LLMs applied to data governance, validation logic, and troubleshooting scenarios.
  • Responsible AI use: awareness of AI limitations including hallucinations, data privacy, and SOX/audit considerations; applies critical human review to all AI-generated logic, mappings, or recommendations before they impact controlled metadata.
  • AI applied to MDM: understands how Generative AI and AI/ML concepts apply to master data workflows - anomaly detection, data profiling, impact analysis, pattern recognition, and process optimization within DRM/EDM and downstream platforms.
  • Continuous improvement mindset: proactively explores emerging AI tooling to improve personal and team productivity. Familiarity with Generative AI tools expected; deeper AI/ML expertise in data governance is a plus.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES
  • Strong ownership of DRM/EDM platform success, data quality, and governance outcomes.
  • Adaptable and proactive in a transformation environment; excited to drive the DRM-to-EDM Cloud implementation and transition.
  • Continuous learner with interest in EDM Cloud, Oracle integrations, automation, and AI-enabled analytics.
  • Results-oriented with focus on accuracy, reliability, auditability, and efficient delivery of controlled metadata changes.
  • Methodical approach to problem-solving, root cause analysis, impact assessment, and documentation.


This position falls under the company's Insider Threat Program and will have access to, and control over sensitive data, systems or assets. Enhanced personnel screening, which includes a background review, drug screen and psychological assessment, will be required if you are selected for this position

About the Team

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About Southern Company

With 4.4 million customers and more than 42,000 megawatts of generating capacity, Atlanta-based Southern Company is the premier energy company serving the Southeast. A leading U.S. producer of electricity, Southern Company owns electric utilities in four states and a growing competitive generation company, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and retail electric prices that are significantly below the national average. Southern Company has been listed the top ranking U.S. electric service provider in customer satisfaction for nine consecutive years by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.

Southern Company Careers

Join the dynamic team at Southern Company, a leader in energy innovation and a champion of sustainable practices. As one of the most respected companies in the energy sector, Southern Company offers unparalleled job opportunities that promise not only professional growth but also a commitment to diversity and leadership development.

Work You’ll Do

At Southern Company, we are not just about power generation; we are about empowering our team to innovate and lead the industry. By joining our team, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the field, using your skills to solve complex problems and drive meaningful change.

Explore a World of Opportunities

Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, Southern Company has a place for you. Our wide range of employment options ensures that every team member can find a path that best suits their career ambitions and skills.

Innovate and Lead

Southern Company is at the forefront of technological innovation in the energy sector. Our team members are encouraged to lead projects and initiatives that push the boundaries of what is possible in energy production and management.

Grow and Develop

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through targeted diversity training, leadership workshops, and continuous professional development. Career growth at Southern Company is not just a possibility—it is an expectation.

Be Part of Our Culture

Southern Company’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and inclusion. We celebrate diversity and believe that it drives innovation. Our team is our family, and we support each other in achieving personal and professional goals.

Benefits That Go Beyond

Choosing a career at Southern Company means enjoying a range of benefits designed to enrich your life and support your lifestyle. From health and wellness programs to retirement plans, we ensure our team members are taken care of.

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Learn more about Southern Company
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$77.6 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1912
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$20.3 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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