Software Engineer Senior (Oracle)

SGS; Bogotá; Presencial; COP 171.361.985 - 239.906.779; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SGS, the world's leading inspection and certification company, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer based in Bogotá, Colombia. This role focuses on designing, developing, implementing, and improving complex internal software applications using C#, ASP.NET, and Oracle databases.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in database design, PL/SQL development, and be proficient in English. The position offers a hybrid work model and an indefinite-term contract.

Formación

• Strong experience with Oracle Database and advanced PL/SQL development.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle Forms and Oracle Reports.
• Experience working in Linux/Unix environments.
• Strong knowledge of SQL tuning and query optimization.
• Experience with production support and incident resolution.
• B2 English level or higher required.

Responsabilidades

• Design and develop complex internal software applications.
• Lead development projects and ensure technical quality.
• Maintain and optimize existing systems.
• Collaborate with business users and technical teams.

Conocimientos

Oracle Database

PL/SQL development

SQL tuning

APIs (REST/SOAP)

Linux/Unix environments

Herramientas

Oracle Forms

Oracle Reports

Oracle APEX

Oracle E-Business Suite

Descripción del empleo

Company Description

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. We are recognised as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 89,000 employees, we operate a network of more than 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

The Senior Software Engineer role is focused on the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of complex internal software applications, primarily using C#, ASP.NET, JavaScript, and Microsoft/Oracle databases. The position leads development projects and is involved in the full software development life cycle, including analysis, design, coding, testing, deployment, and post-implementation support. It is responsible for ensuring technical quality, maintaining and optimizing existing systems, and delivering scalable business solutions.

A strong emphasis is placed on Oracle database expertise, as solid experience in database design, optimization, maintenance, and integration is key to supporting reliable and scalable business applications. The role also requires strong experience in APIs, relational databases, and software engineering best practices within collaborative environments. They are seeking an analytical, self-driven, customer-oriented professional with strong problem-solving skills, project management capabilities, and advanced English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Oracle Database and advanced PL/SQL development.
• Hands‑on experience with Oracle Forms and Oracle Reports.
• Experience supporting and maintaining legacy enterprise applications.
• Practical experience working in Linux/Unix environments, including command line, scripting, log review, and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of SQL tuning, query optimization, stored procedures, packages, triggers, functions, and database objects.
• Experience with production support, incident resolution, debugging, and root cause analysis.
• Experience with application maintenance, enhancements, migrations, and post-implementation support.
• Familiarity with Oracle APEX, Oracle BI Publisher, WebLogic, or Oracle E-Business Suite is highly desirable.
• Experience with REST/SOAP APIs, integrations, batch processes, and enterprise system interfaces.
• Understanding of the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and documentation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact directly with business users, technical teams, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work in complex, highly regulated, and business-critical environments.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, ownership, and attention to detail.
• Ability to ramp up quickly on complex legacy systems with limited documentation.
• English level B2 or higher is required for communication with international teams and users.

Additional Information

• Salary: To be agreed
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Work Modality: Hybrid work model
• Contract Type: Indefinite-term contract