Oracle PL/SQL Developer

Apex Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems seeks an experienced Oracle PL/SQL Developer for the Richmond, VA area. This onsite contract role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining robust database solutions across the SDLC.

The candidate will optimize complex SQL, tune performance, handle ETL tasks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Experience with Unix/Linux, Autosys/Control-M, and Java/.NET integration is required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on Oracle PL/SQL development experience.
• Proficiency with Oracle 11g/12c/19c or later, SQL querying, optimization, and relational DB design.
• Unix/Linux shell scripting and job scheduling tools (Autosys/Control-M) experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain database solutions including stored procedures, functions, packages, and triggers.
• Write and optimize complex SQL queries for performance and reliability.
• Conduct performance tuning using execution plans, indexes, and partitions.
• Collaborate with application teams across SDLC from analysis to production support.
• Handle bulk data processing, ETL logic, and data transformations.

Skills

Oracle PL/SQL

SQL performance tuning

Unix/Linux scripting

Autosys/Control-M

Java/.NET integration

SQL query optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Bitbucket

SVN

SQL Developer

Toad

Job description

# Oracle PL/SQL DeveloperApply**Job#: 3056295****Job Description:**Oracle PL/SQL Developer**Location:** Richmond, Virginia (Onsite)Role OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Oracle PL/SQL Developer to design, develop, optimize, and maintain database solutions supporting critical business applications. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Oracle PL/SQL programming, performance tuning, and data analysis. This role requires collaboration with application teams to deliver high-quality, scalable database solutions across the full software development lifecycle.Key Responsibilities* Design, develop, and maintain database solutions, including stored procedures, functions, packages, and triggers.* Write and optimize complex SQL queries to ensure performance and reliability.* Conduct performance tuning using execution plans, indexes, and partitions.* Collaborate with application teams throughout the SDLC, from analysis to production support.* Handle bulk data processing, ETL logic, and data transformations.* Implement error handling, exception management, and logging frameworks.* Utilize version control tools such as Git, Bitbucket, or SVN for code management.Required Qualifications**Experience:** 7+ years of hands-on experience with Oracle PL/SQL development.**Technical Skills:** Proficiency with Oracle 11g/12c/19c or later. Strong skills in SQL query development, optimization, performance tuning, and relational database design. Familiarity with Unix/Linux shell scripting and job scheduling tools like Autosys or Control-M. Experience integrating PL/SQL with Java, .NET, or middleware applications.**Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.Preferred Qualifications* Experience working in Agile (Scrum/SAFe) environments using tools like Jira.* Familiarity with IDEs such as SQL Developer, Toad, or DataGrip.* Experience in financial services, banking, or other high-volume transactional environments.* Knowledge of data warehousing concepts like star schemas and fact/dimension tables.* Experience with NoSQL or cloud databases (e.g., AWS RDS, DynamoDB, Azure SQL).* Ability to mentor junior developers and contribute to best-practice standards. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Richmond, VA, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** October 17, 2026**Pay Range:** $63 - $65 per hour