Oracle PL/SQL Developer

Job Title: Oracle PL SQL Developer

Location: Columbus, OH

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 6 Months

Rate: $55/hr on C2C

MUST have strong Oracle experience and VERY STRONG PL/SQL experience.  Should have an understanding of Java.

Production Support Experience

• 8 years’ experience working in a support environment.

• Understanding of problem management methodologies

• Knowledge/experience of problem management tools

• Knowledge of active monitoring tools (Tivoli,) including installation and implementation

• Very strong and through knowledge in Oracle SQL is a must

• Good knowledge of Java/J2EE, oracle technologies and Unix Shell scripting is required. Good Knowledge in weblogic server

• Ability to communicate well at all levels

• Strong organizational skills

• Self motivating

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Ability to learn new skills quickly with little supervision

Functional Responsibilities:

• Address Production Support Issues in a timely manner

• Work closely with first level support, development teams, infrastructure teams and business to determine strategy & priorities in meeting the business' expectation.

• Maintain application availability to business users globally. Drive agenda in areas such as monitoring, failover and resiliency in order to improve availability.

• Managing and resolving user reported issues

• Effectively communicate issues and status updates with business users, first level support, and development teams

• Ensure the stability of the applications by proactively seeking ways of ensuring stability.

• Performs controlled resolution of incidents and problems including prioritization and escalation to appropriate development groups when appropriate