Oracle PL/SQL Back-end Developer

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Softcom, Inc., is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today!Oracle PL/SQL Back-end DeveloperMemphis, TN/hybridContract to hireJob Description:We are seeking an Oracle PL/SQL Developer who works independently or under only general direction on complex problems which require competence in all phases of programming concepts and practices. Working from diagrams and charts which identify the nature of desired results, processing steps to be accomplished and the relationships between various steps of the problem-solving routine; plans the full range of programming actions needed to efficiently utilize the computer system in achieving desired end products.Analyze, design, develop, test, and implement distributed applications as part of a systems development team. Provide feedback on and adhere to delivery dates. Provide end-user support as a technical expert. Analyze, design, develop and test Oracle PL/SQL applications that enhance customer's operations through the dissemination of pertinent and relevant information in a timely and efficient manner.Oracle PL/SQL Developer will perform and have the following duties, roles, and/or responsibilities:Develop and revise program code based on clearly defined requirements.Build scalable, fault tolerant applications.Strong Development, design, test and implement complex database programs using Oracle.Understands table optimization, partitioning and large volume scaling.Strong experience with oracle functions, procedures, triggers, packages & Views.Develop and maintain complex Oracle PL/SQL stored procedures, functions and other oracle objects.Should have good knowledge on Collections Objects and Advance PL SQL Concepts.Should have Strong debugging /problem analyzing skills.Prepares documentation of program development, modifications to code as needed.Draft test plans for system tests, integration test, and stress tests (UFT, ALM).Test all functionality of applications based on test plan.Provide subject matter expertise in support of reports technical activities.Strong experience with implementation of applications into production.Will be required to analyze system capabilities to resolve input/output problems.Must be able to communicate effectively, work in a team environment and think analytically.Perform maintenance on programs currently in production.Provide programming direction as necessary to lower-level programmers as appropriate to position level.Ready to work in a fast-paced environment.Work under minimal supervision and be able to self-manage workload.Ability to prioritize across multiple projects and meet deadlines.Sound understanding of software development best practices.Role requires primarily hands on coding.Experience with GitHub, ALM, Version One, and UFT.Working knowledge of integrating database objects with web applications.Should be Prepared to be on call for production systems support(24X7X365).Other duties as needed.Required Skills:A bachelor's degree or 4 years of experience in lieu of a degree and 6 years of experience in the field or in a related area.7+ Years Min. in: Oracle PL/SQL.At least 6+ years of experience in Performance Tuning.At least 5+ years of experience with ETL/Data Warehousing.At least 5+ years of Experience developing on Linux platform.At least 4+ years of Experience developing Perl/Unix/Python shell scripting.6+ years of progressively more complex programming experience in large scale information system environments.Knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle.A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.Experience with Oracle insertion of high-volume data.Experience in a DevOps enterprise environment.Desired Skills:Experience with supporting automation testing.