Senior Oracle Developer

Indsafri; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Indsafri in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Oracle Developer to design, develop, and maintain Oracle database solutions that meet business requirements and scale with growth.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, project managers, and IT teams to optimize performance, ensure data security, and provide guidance to junior developers while delivering robust database services.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on Oracle database development and design.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle database architecture and performance optimization.
• Experience with monitoring and tuning Oracle databases.
• Proficient in PL/SQL coding and complex SQL queries.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Oracle database solutions, including schemas, tables, indexes, and stored procedures.
• Develop and optimize complex SQL queries, PL/SQL code, and database functions to meet business requirements and performance standards.
• Ensure database design aligns with best practices and industry standards.

Skills

Oracle Database Architecture

Advanced SQL & PL/SQL

Database Monitoring & Management

Analytical Thinking

Stakeholder Communication

Tools

Oracle tools

Job description

Job Title - Senior Oracle Developer

Experience - 7+ Years

Job Purpose:

As a Senior Oracle Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining Oracle database solutions that support business objectives. You will work closely with stakeholders, project managers, and IT teams to deliver efficient and scalable database solutions, ensuring data integrity, performance, and security.

Responsibilities

Database Design and Development:

• Design and implement Oracle database solutions, including schemas, tables, indexes, and stored procedures.
• Develop and optimize complex SQL queries, PL/SQL code, and database functions to meet business requirements and performance standards.
• Ensure database design aligns with best practices and industry standards.

Performance Tuning and Optimisation:

• Analyze and optimize database performance, including query tuning, indexing, and resource management.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and scalability issues to ensure high availability and reliability.
• Monitor and manage database health and performance using Oracle tools and utilities.

Database Maintenance and Support:

• Perform routine database maintenance tasks, including backups, restores, and upgrades.
• Provide support for database-related issues, including troubleshooting and resolving problems.
• Implement and enforce database security measures and access controls to protect sensitive data.

Project Management and Collaboration:

• Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and IT teams to gather requirements and deliver database solutions that support project goals.
• Lead and participate in database development projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project specifications.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers and team members.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for database designs, development processes, and system configurations.
• Prepare and present reports on database performance, project status, and development activities to senior management.

Continuous Improvement:

• Stay current with Oracle database technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
• Recommend and implement improvements to enhance database performance, security, and functionality.
• Participate in post-implementation reviews to assess database solutions and gather feedback for future enhancements

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Oracle database architecture, design, and development.
• Advanced SQL and PL/SQL programming skills with a focus on performance optimization.
• Experience with database monitoring and management tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Company Description-

Indsafri believes in the limitless potential of individuals to create and build anything imaginable. They leverage their deep industry experience and cutting-edge technology to help organizations transform for growth. They work with some of the best organizations around the world and have a global network of partners and talents. Indsafri believes that technology is at its best when it makes people smile. This is a place where with passion and intelligence, anything is possible.