Oracle Lead Developer - #2078541

Hays are now looking for an Oracle Lead Developer for one of our local clients:

• Circa £450 p/d Outside IR35
• 6 month+ contract
• Location is Glasgow

In the role you will drive the design and development of high-quality database solutions. You'll play a key role in shaping technical direction, collaborating with stakeholders, and mentoring developers within a fast-paced delivery environment.

What you will be doing

• Lead the analysis, design, and development of Oracle database solutions (Oracle 19c)
• Develop and optimise complex PL/SQL (procedures, packages, functions, views)
• Collaborate closely with architects and business stakeholders to define solutions
• Produce and maintain clear Technical Design Documents (TDDs)
• Lead code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards
• Own the full SDLC - from design through to testing and deployment
• Act as a key point of contact for development, ensuring effective communication across teams
• Work with project managers and business analysts to align delivery with timelines and requirements
• Provide technical input into design decisions and project planning
• Support and mentor junior and mid-level developers

What we are looking for

• Strong experience as an Oracle Developer with Oracle 19c
• Advanced knowledge of PL/SQL development and database design
• Proven experience leading development efforts or small teams
• Experience creating technical documentation such as TDDs
• Strong understanding of database performance tuning and optimisation
• Familiarity with version control tools (e.g. Git, SVN, PVCS)
• Experience with tools like JIRA and Confluence
• Exposure to Oracle Forms/Reports (D2K) or Oracle Hub
• Knowledge of AWS, explain plans, and reporting tools (nice to have)

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