Expleo UK LTD
Penwortham, Lancashire
Overview We are seeking an experienced Oracle Database 19c Developer / Application Maintenance Engineer to support and enhance bespoke applications built on Oracle technologies. This role focuses on maintaining and improving existing systems, resolving production issues, implementing enhancements, and ensuring the stability and performance of Oracle-based business applications. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on expertise in Oracle Database 19c, PL/SQL, and application maintenance, along with experience supporting and developing solutions using Oracle Forms & Reports, Oracle WebLogic, Oracle APEX, and reporting tools such as Crystal Reports. Responsibilities Oracle Database Development & Maintenance Develop, maintain, and enhance PL/SQL packages, procedures, functions, triggers, and database scripts in Oracle 19c. Write and optimize complex SQL queries to support application functionality and reporting requirements. Perform database object maintenance including tables, views, indexes, sequences, and constraints. Support data fixes, data migration, and data validation activities in production and non-production environments. Ensure database code aligns with best practices, performance standards, and security guidelines. Application Maintenance & Production Support Provide day-to-day support and maintenance for Oracle-based applications across multiple environments. Troubleshoot and resolve application incidents related to database logic, Oracle Forms, Reports, and WebLogic deployments. Conduct root cause analysis for recurring issues and implement permanent fixes. Support batch processes, scheduled jobs, and integration feeds to ensure business continuity. Work closely with business users to analyse defects and translate requirements into system enhancements. Oracle Forms & Reports Development Maintain and enhance legacy Oracle Forms and Oracle Reports applications. Debug and modify Forms triggers, procedures, and Reports logic. Support migration efforts, patching, and modernization initiatives involving Oracle Forms/Reports systems. Oracle APEX Development Develop, enhance, and maintain Oracle APEX applications. Create interactive reports, dashboards, and forms using APEX components. Integrate APEX applications with existing Oracle database objects and PL/SQL APIs. Support user access, authentication, and role-based security in APEX. WebLogic Server Administration & Support Support deployment and maintenance of Oracle applications hosted on Oracle WebLogic Server . Assist in troubleshooting WebLogic-related issues such as application availability, performance, configuration, and connectivity. Coordinate deployments and configuration changes across development, test, and production environments. Reporting & Business Intelligence Support Develop and maintain reports using Crystal Reports to support business reporting needs. Analyse reporting requirements and ensure accurate data extraction from Oracle databases. Maintain existing reporting solutions and implement enhancements for improved performance and usability. Performance Tuning & Optimization Identify and resolve database performance issues using tools such as AWR, ADDM, SQL Trace, and Explain Plan . Improve performance through indexing strategies, query optimization, and code refactoring. Assist with database monitoring, performance baselines, and capacity planning. Documentation & Change Management Document technical designs, support procedures, fixes, and enhancements. Support release management activities including deployment planning, scripting, and production validation. Ensure compliance with change control processes and audit requirements. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). Essential skills Strong hands-on expertise in PL/SQL and SQL development. Working knowledge of Oracle Forms and Oracle Reports development and maintenance. Desired skills Familiar with other development platforms Exposure to Azure management/administration Experience Experience in Oracle development and application maintenance/support. Experience supporting enterprise applications in production environments. Strong experience with Oracle Database 19c. Experience with Oracle WebLogic Server in application deployment and support. Experience developing and supporting Oracle APEX applications. Experience creating and maintaining reports using Crystal Reports. Benefits Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses Competitive company benefits Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to: Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible Communicating and promoting vacancies Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people "We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age". We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive
Overview We are seeking an experienced Oracle Database 19c Developer / Application Maintenance Engineer to support and enhance bespoke applications built on Oracle technologies. This role focuses on maintaining and improving existing systems, resolving production issues, implementing enhancements, and ensuring the stability and performance of Oracle-based business applications. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on expertise in Oracle Database 19c, PL/SQL, and application maintenance, along with experience supporting and developing solutions using Oracle Forms & Reports, Oracle WebLogic, Oracle APEX, and reporting tools such as Crystal Reports. Responsibilities Oracle Database Development & Maintenance Develop, maintain, and enhance PL/SQL packages, procedures, functions, triggers, and database scripts in Oracle 19c. Write and optimize complex SQL queries to support application functionality and reporting requirements. Perform database object maintenance including tables, views, indexes, sequences, and constraints. Support data fixes, data migration, and data validation activities in production and non-production environments. Ensure database code aligns with best practices, performance standards, and security guidelines. Application Maintenance & Production Support Provide day-to-day support and maintenance for Oracle-based applications across multiple environments. Troubleshoot and resolve application incidents related to database logic, Oracle Forms, Reports, and WebLogic deployments. Conduct root cause analysis for recurring issues and implement permanent fixes. Support batch processes, scheduled jobs, and integration feeds to ensure business continuity. Work closely with business users to analyse defects and translate requirements into system enhancements. Oracle Forms & Reports Development Maintain and enhance legacy Oracle Forms and Oracle Reports applications. Debug and modify Forms triggers, procedures, and Reports logic. Support migration efforts, patching, and modernization initiatives involving Oracle Forms/Reports systems. Oracle APEX Development Develop, enhance, and maintain Oracle APEX applications. Create interactive reports, dashboards, and forms using APEX components. Integrate APEX applications with existing Oracle database objects and PL/SQL APIs. Support user access, authentication, and role-based security in APEX. WebLogic Server Administration & Support Support deployment and maintenance of Oracle applications hosted on Oracle WebLogic Server . Assist in troubleshooting WebLogic-related issues such as application availability, performance, configuration, and connectivity. Coordinate deployments and configuration changes across development, test, and production environments. Reporting & Business Intelligence Support Develop and maintain reports using Crystal Reports to support business reporting needs. Analyse reporting requirements and ensure accurate data extraction from Oracle databases. Maintain existing reporting solutions and implement enhancements for improved performance and usability. Performance Tuning & Optimization Identify and resolve database performance issues using tools such as AWR, ADDM, SQL Trace, and Explain Plan . Improve performance through indexing strategies, query optimization, and code refactoring. Assist with database monitoring, performance baselines, and capacity planning. Documentation & Change Management Document technical designs, support procedures, fixes, and enhancements. Support release management activities including deployment planning, scripting, and production validation. Ensure compliance with change control processes and audit requirements. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). Essential skills Strong hands-on expertise in PL/SQL and SQL development. Working knowledge of Oracle Forms and Oracle Reports development and maintenance. Desired skills Familiar with other development platforms Exposure to Azure management/administration Experience Experience in Oracle development and application maintenance/support. Experience supporting enterprise applications in production environments. Strong experience with Oracle Database 19c. Experience with Oracle WebLogic Server in application deployment and support. Experience developing and supporting Oracle APEX applications. Experience creating and maintaining reports using Crystal Reports. Benefits Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses Competitive company benefits Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to: Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible Communicating and promoting vacancies Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people "We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age". We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive
Yolk Recruitment
Oracle Apex Developer (Mid-Weight) - 55,420 - Fully Remote The Opportunity The Yolk Recruitment Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team are proud to be partnering with the Army Cadets Charitable Trust - a phenomenal charity providing a plethora of opportunities to young people across the UK. We are supporting them to recruit an Oracle Apex Developer who has both the ability to contribute to a live production environment, and longer scale feature builds. You will have a robust knowledge of Oracle Apex including the front end, back end and cybersecurity within the ecosystem. What the Oracle Apex Developer will be doing You will be part of a collaborative digital delivery team alongside a Solutions Architect and Senior Developers to deliver well-structured and secure solutions. Develop and maintain application components using Oracle APEX, PL/SQL, and related technologies. Continue developing knowledge of Oracle APEX and best practices through day-to-day delivery and supported learning Collaborate closely with your product owner, testers, and other team members to understand requirements and contribute to user-focused solutions Apply established MOD standards for security, accessibility, and performance across all development tasks. Take part in estimating, code reviews, testing, and documentation to support quality and maintainability. What the successful Oracle Apex Developer will bring to the team You will have demonstrable experience of delivering production grade applications using Oracle Apex in a mid-large organisation or in a complex environment. Proven recent experience developing applications using Oracle APEX in a production environment - version 22.2 Knowledge of PL/SQL, SQL, and Oracle database design principles. Ability to write clean, efficient, and well-structured code with attention to performance and security Experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary digital team Here's What You'll Get in Return Salary of up to 55,420 Fully Flexible Working Pattern + Fully Remote Option Enhanced Sick Pay - 15 days of sick pay in any 12-month period Pension scheme up to 10% Training and Development Allowances Think this one's for you If you think this Oracle Apex Developer opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
Oracle Apex Developer (Mid-Weight) - 55,420 - Fully Remote The Opportunity The Yolk Recruitment Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team are proud to be partnering with the Army Cadets Charitable Trust - a phenomenal charity providing a plethora of opportunities to young people across the UK. We are supporting them to recruit an Oracle Apex Developer who has both the ability to contribute to a live production environment, and longer scale feature builds. You will have a robust knowledge of Oracle Apex including the front end, back end and cybersecurity within the ecosystem. What the Oracle Apex Developer will be doing You will be part of a collaborative digital delivery team alongside a Solutions Architect and Senior Developers to deliver well-structured and secure solutions. Develop and maintain application components using Oracle APEX, PL/SQL, and related technologies. Continue developing knowledge of Oracle APEX and best practices through day-to-day delivery and supported learning Collaborate closely with your product owner, testers, and other team members to understand requirements and contribute to user-focused solutions Apply established MOD standards for security, accessibility, and performance across all development tasks. Take part in estimating, code reviews, testing, and documentation to support quality and maintainability. What the successful Oracle Apex Developer will bring to the team You will have demonstrable experience of delivering production grade applications using Oracle Apex in a mid-large organisation or in a complex environment. Proven recent experience developing applications using Oracle APEX in a production environment - version 22.2 Knowledge of PL/SQL, SQL, and Oracle database design principles. Ability to write clean, efficient, and well-structured code with attention to performance and security Experience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary digital team Here's What You'll Get in Return Salary of up to 55,420 Fully Flexible Working Pattern + Fully Remote Option Enhanced Sick Pay - 15 days of sick pay in any 12-month period Pension scheme up to 10% Training and Development Allowances Think this one's for you If you think this Oracle Apex Developer opportunity is for you then please apply online. Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs. Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
