Sr. Oracle Developer
Apply NowCompany: Cogent People Inc
Location: Columbia, MD 21044
Description:
Location: Hybrid/Remote
Residency Requirement: Candidates must have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5 years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).?
Sponsorship: This position does not offer sponsorship.?
Clearance: Public Trust (or ability to obtain)
Job Overview:
Cogent People Inc. is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Oracle Developer to join our innovative IT team. In this role, you will develop and maintain data-driven software solutions, services, and integrations to support mission-critical applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in PL/SQL, SQL, and experience working within AWS cloud environments, contributing to Agile projects that deliver impactful business solutions.
This is a full-time position supporting Cogent People's initiatives in the Healthcare domain.
Responsibilities:
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
Why Cogent People Inc.
At Cogent People, we foster a collaborative, growth-driven environment where innovation thrives. You'll be part of a team working on mission-critical technology solutions that make a real impact. We offer competitive salaries, career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future.
As a Certified Great Place to Work, we prioritize employee satisfaction and provide a supportive, inclusive culture where every team member is valued and empowered to succeed.
Benefits:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage.
401(k) Plan: Matching contributions.
Life Insurance & Disability Coverage: Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of PTO annually, plus 10 holidays.
EEO Employer:
Cogent People Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, or any other status protected by law.
Residency Requirement: Candidates must have lived in the U.S. for at least 3 of the past 5 years and be authorized to work in the U.S. (Citizen, Permanent Resident, or EAD).?
Sponsorship: This position does not offer sponsorship.?
Clearance: Public Trust (or ability to obtain)
Job Overview:
Cogent People Inc. is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Oracle Developer to join our innovative IT team. In this role, you will develop and maintain data-driven software solutions, services, and integrations to support mission-critical applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in PL/SQL, SQL, and experience working within AWS cloud environments, contributing to Agile projects that deliver impactful business solutions.
This is a full-time position supporting Cogent People's initiatives in the Healthcare domain.
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, code, test and maintain Oracle PL/SQL including packages, procedures, triggers and functions in compliance with company standards and best practices.
- Work with the Cloud Architect and development teams to analyze application functionality, performance, and integration with systems hosted in AWS cloud services and infrastructure.
- Leverage GitLab for version control and code repository.
- Collaborate closely with Agile team members throughout the development lifecycle.
- Conduct unit, integration, regression and acceptance testing for PL/SQL code, including reviewing and testing work performed by other developers.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced Oracle Developers; drive best practices in coding, testing, and code review within the team.
- Proactively monitor database performance, generate health reports, and recommend tuning strategies to maintain system efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Over 10 years of experience developing business applications using PL/SQL, SQL, and working with data-centric systems.
- Extensive expertise in Oracle PL/SQL including packages, procedures, triggers and functions and performance tuning for optimized database functionality.
- Experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure, including deployment and management of cloud-based solutions.
- Proficient in using SQL Developer, Amazon Workspaces, and GitLab for collaborative code management and version control.
- Strong background in Agile development methodologies, with a focus on delivering iterative and high-quality solutions.
- Familiar with DevOps tools and practices, particularly for managing database changes in automated pipelines.
- Proven ability to assess, optimize, and troubleshoot database performance while ensuring secure and efficient development practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience working effectively within cross-functional teams, collaborating with developers, cloud architects, and business analysts to deliver solutions.
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality and accurate work.
- Proven ability to manage time and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting government clients or working in a regulated environment
- Knowledge of data reporting, analytics, and ad-hoc data request handling
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code practices
Why Cogent People Inc.
At Cogent People, we foster a collaborative, growth-driven environment where innovation thrives. You'll be part of a team working on mission-critical technology solutions that make a real impact. We offer competitive salaries, career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that shape the future.
As a Certified Great Place to Work, we prioritize employee satisfaction and provide a supportive, inclusive culture where every team member is valued and empowered to succeed.
Benefits:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage.
401(k) Plan: Matching contributions.
Life Insurance & Disability Coverage: Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of PTO annually, plus 10 holidays.
EEO Employer:
Cogent People Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, or any other status protected by law.