via reed · 28 May 2026 ·9 days ago

Oracle Lead Developer

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Glasgow Contract
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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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