Senior Database Developer – Oracle PL/SQL

ZipStaff Inc.; Westlake (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

ZipStaff is seeking a Senior / Principal Oracle PL/SQL Developer to support strategic technology initiatives in Westlake, TX. You will design enterprise data solutions, contribute to the codebase, and elevate engineering standards across a multi-disciplinary team.

The role requires deep Oracle SQL/PL/SQL expertise, experience with batch/ETL processing and mid-tier integration, and a passion for scalable, maintainable code. On-site work in Westlake, TX is required for this contract opportunity.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional software/database development with strong Oracle SQL and PL/SQL expertise.
• Experience with data analysis, data modeling, data API design/implementation, and SQL/PL/SQL performance tuning.
• Experience writing and maintaining batch jobs with ETL/Informatica and Autosys.
• Understanding of fundamental design principles for scalable applications.
• Knowledge of mid-tier technologies and how they interact with data (e.g., Java, messaging, web containers).
• Experience in an Agile delivery environment with CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement software solutions that meet requirements and align to program strategy.
• Write and optimize Oracle SQL and PL/SQL, including data analysis, data modeling, and performance tuning.
• Write and maintain batch jobs using ETL/Informatica and Autosys.
• Lead application design efforts and participate in design and code reviews.
• Contribute to product quality plans with test-case development and regression testing.
• Enhance engineering practices in ATDD and CI/CD.
• Collaborate with global developers and apply standard software-engineering methodologies.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the team.
• Translate storyboards and use cases into maintainable, high-quality applications.

Skills

Data analysis

Data modeling

Batch processing

Leadership/mentorship

Agile

Problem solving

Tools

Oracle SQL

PL/SQL

Informatica

Autosys

Java

CI/CD

Job description

Job Title: Senior Database Developer – Oracle PL/SQL.

Location: Westlake, TX (On-site).

Employment Type: Contract (W2 through ZipStaff).

About the Opportunity

ZipStaff is seeking a Senior / Principal Oracle PL/SQL Developer to support Strategic Advisors technology for a leading financial services organization in Westlake, TX.

You will design and build enterprise, cloud-enabled distributed data solutions, contribute directly to the codebase, and help raise engineering standards across a multi-disciplinary team. This role requires deep Oracle SQL/PL/SQL expertise plus experience with batch/ETL processing and mid-tier integration.

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement software solutions that meet functional and non-functional requirements and align to program strategy.
• Write and optimize Oracle SQL and PL/SQL, including data analysis, data modeling, data APIs, and performance tuning.
• Write and maintain batch jobs using ETL / Informatica and Autosys.
• Lead application design efforts and participate in design and code reviews.
• Contribute to product quality plans, including test-case development and regression testing with a focus on automation.
• Enhance engineering practices in ATDD and CI/CD.
• Collaborate with global developers and apply standard software-engineering methodologies.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to help team members perform at a high level.
• Translate storyboards and use cases into maintainable, high-quality applications.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional software / database development experience with strong Oracle SQL and PL/SQL expertise.
• Proven experience in data analysis, data modeling, data API design/implementation, and SQL/PL/SQL performance tuning.
• Experience writing and maintaining batch jobs with ETL / Informatica and Autosys.
• Understanding of fundamental design principles for scalable applications.
• Knowledge of mid-tier technologies such as Java, messaging, and web containers, and how they interact with data.
• Experience working in an Agile delivery environment with CI/CD tools and practices.
• Ability to write clean, testable, readable, maintainable, and performant code.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Westlake, TX.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in investment management, separately managed accounts (SMA), or other asset-management technology platforms.
• Experience leading design reviews and mentoring developers on a global team.
• Hands-on contribution to ATDD and automated regression practices.

About ZipStaff

ZipStaff partners with leading organizations to connect skilled technology professionals with high-impact contract opportunities. We focus on quality matches and long-term success.