APEX Developer

First Recruitment Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled APEX Developer. The ideal candidate will design and develop applications using Oracle APEX or Salesforce APEX. This role requires proven experience in APEX development, strong SQL skills, and the ability to translate business requirements into functional solutions. The position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an APEX Developer (Oracle APEX or Salesforce APEX).
• Strong understanding of relational databases (preferably Oracle DB).
• Knowledge of application lifecycle management and agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop web applications using Oracle APEX or Salesforce APEX.
• Translate business requirements into functional solutions.
• Optimize application performance and ensure compliance with coding standards.

Skills

Oracle APEX

Salesforce APEX

SQL

PL/SQL

Version control systems (Git)

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

Salesforce Lightning components

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented APEX Developer to join our development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying applications using Oracle APEX (or Salesforce APEX, depending on context). You will work closely with business analysts and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver scalable, efficient, and secure applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop web applications using Oracle Application Express (APEX) or Salesforce APEX.
• Translate business requirements into functional solutions.
• Maintain and enhance existing APEX applications.
• Perform unit testing and support user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Integrate APEX applications with external systems using APIs, web services, and data connectors.
• Optimize application performance and ensure compliance with coding standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in development, test, and production environments.
• Provide technical documentation and user guides.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DBAs, UI/UX designers, and project managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as an APEX Developer (Oracle APEX or Salesforce APEX).
• Strong understanding of SQL, PL/SQL, and relational databases (preferably Oracle DB).
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Knowledge of application lifecycle management and agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Oracle APEX certifications or Salesforce Platform Developer certifications.
• Experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) or Salesforce Lightning components.
• Understanding of security best practices in web application development.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for APEX Developerlooking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

Sector: Commercial, Admin & Office Support

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