Oracle Lead Developer

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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