Senior Oracle Application Developer, Information Technology and Security

The Florida Board of Governors is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Senior Oracle Application Developer within the Information Technology and Security (ITS) Department. As a Senior Oracle Application Developer, you will be a part of the ITS Application Development Team that primarily develops and supports web-based applications using the ORACLE database and ORACLE Application Express (APEX) as the front end.

Responsibilities, duties, and activities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Integrate with a team of developers from a wide range of experience and backgrounds.
• Interface and coordinate with contracted ITS where applicable.
• Provide technical leadership in designing, developing, enhancing, testing, debugging, and implementing APEX Applications per the Client’s requirements.
• Provide Technical and non-technical support to both the Board of Governors and University Staff in using applications.
• Design, Develop, and Implement APEX Applications.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to ensure applications are delivered on time.
• Work closely with the Business Analysts to identify Application Requirements.
• Work closely with the Quality Assurance Director and ensure the deliverables are of high quality.
• Troubleshoot production problems related to the APEX applications.
• Maintain and improve the functionality of the existing applications.
• Document Applications, Database objects, System interfaces, and Reports using available tools.
• Participate in developing and implementing Standard application development tools, reusable development templates, and components.
• Review the codes and the deliverables of the Team members and provide feedback periodically.
• Performance tuning the PL/SQL code and application programs.
• Integrate and expand the use of new Oracle Cloud tools.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience working in an Oracle application development team.
• Experience with the design of the relational database.
• Ability to design, develop, and test web-based applications using industry-standard practices.
• Experience with Oracle functions, stored procedures, triggers, packages, and performance tuning.
• Skill in Technical analysis, code reviews, and design for software Applications.
• Skill in deploying web-based applications.
• Ability to produce quality work under pressure.
• Ability to think logically and solve problems.
• Exposure to Agile application development is preferred.
• Knowledge of Oracle Application Express (APEX) is a plus.
• Experience using TOAD is preferred.
• Ability to communicate technical information verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Master’s degree in computer science, Management Information Systems, or related area, with 8-10 years of relevant work experience, or a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 12-15 years of relevant experience.
• Preference will be given to those with 2-3 years of experience as a Technical Lead for software development projects.
• Oracle
  
  Certifications:
  • Entry-level certifications may be used for education and experience for one year of credit.
  • Advanced-level certifications may be used towards education and experience for two years of credit.
• Experience with SQL and PL/SQL is required.
• Experience with Relational databases is required.
• Knowledge of ORACLE Application Express (APEX) is a plus.
• Knowledge of OCI a plus
• Knowledge of OAC a plus

Submit cover letter, resume, and State of Florida application. This position requires pre-employment background screening. Applicants selected for interviews may be required to submit additional information.

Salary: $85,000 – $95,000, hiring is normally at the lower salary range unless education and experience greatly exceed the minimum qualifications.

If you have a desire to serve the people of Florida and work in the number one higher education system in the country, a career with the Board of Governors will allow you to do so while offering an excellent array of benefits, including:

• Health insurance (over 80% employer paid)
• Basic life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• Dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options
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