Oracle & PL/SQL Developer

This role is based 1-2 days per week in our Bracknell office, with the remainder being home-based. 

We are seeking a Software Developer to work on some of our challenging projects with the UK Government. Our development includes regular changes arising from new legislation as well as high-profile changes and new software to allow our customers to quickly implement government schemes. Our software provides essential assistance to citizens and businesses throughout the UK.

Examples include the COVID self-isolation payments, COVID-related business reliefs and the £150.00 energy rebate payments. We also provide important systems for central government such as the NHS Organ Donor Register and the HGV Foreign Operator Levy.

This role involves working on Oracle Web-based applications supplied to local authorities and central government clients in the UK. The solutions are delivered as on-premise applications or as hosted SAAS solutions. Primary required skills are Oracle and PL-SQL along with Oracle Apex but we also use Ruby-on-Rails and Java for some applications.

Essential Experience:

• Proven track record of full life cycle development of large applications using an Oracle database and toolset
• Solid PL/SQL skills, with experience of writing design specifications, problem solving and performance tuning
• Appreciation of application and data security
• Relevant Computer Science or Technical Degree.
• Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance

Desirable:

• Experience with technologies including XML, JSON, SOAP, REST, HTML and CSS.
• Experience with web design and use of Oracle Apex would be a huge advantage
• Experience with Pro C

Personal Skills:

• Strong interpersonal/team skills.
• Must be able to cultivate an adaptable positive attitude.
• Will strive to deliver an excellent level of customer service.
• Will be highly motivated and demonstrate an excellent mix of analytical and technical skills.
• Will be able to demonstrate a clear and concise communication style.
• You will have a thirst for knowledge and a willingness to learn new skills.

We pride ourselves in offering an excellent benefits package, including an above average pension scheme. When you join the team at NEC Software Solutions, you are provided with the following:

• Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees (with the option to add family members at an additional cost) 
• 25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell (FTE)
• 4 x basic salary life assurance cover funded by NEC (with the option to increase cover at an additional cost)
• A Group Pension Plan with fantastic employer contributions up to a maximum of 8.5%
• A selection of flexible benefits to suit your individual needs
• All colleagues get free access to LinkedIn Learning. Over 15000 courses covering a huge breadth of subjects. Learn about what you like, when you like, how you like. 

OTHER INFORMATION

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate a pre-existing right to work and travel within the UK. Documentary evidence will be required.
• All offers are subject to satisfactory vetting, references and occupational health checks. 
• Depending on the nature of the role a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check may also be required.

NEC Software Solutions is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all communities. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs during the recruitment or interview process, please feel free to share these with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accommodating experience for all candidates.

Who We Are:

We’re NEC Software Solutions (part of global tech giant NEC Corporation). While you read this ad, our software is helping to dispatch ambulances, support families, keep trains on the move, locate missing people and even test the hearing of newborn babies.

Working with us, you’ll be helping our 3,000+ employees push the boundaries of what’s possible and support amazing public services.

We work with governments, hospitals, police forces, housing providers, local authorities and more. We help them pay financial support faster, speed up treatments for patients and respond to emergencies in the right way. The more we do, the more our customers can do for others. And together, we make a world of difference.

We’d love your help. And we’ll support you all the way.