Oracle APEX Developer

Title: Oracle APEX Developer
Duration: 12 Months Extendable
Location: Richmond, VA

Ideal Candidate Profile: 

Seeking an experienced Oracle APEX Developer with strong Oracle Database, SQL, and PL/SQL expertise who can successfully modernize legacy Oracle PL/SQL Web Toolkit applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on Oracle APEX development experience, strong web application security knowledge, and the ability to deliver secure, scalable solutions supporting critical public health systems.The selected candidate will play a key role in migrating legacy Oracle PL/SQL Web Toolkit applications running on Mod PL/SQL Gateway to modern, secure, and scalable Oracle APEX applications. The position requires strong expertise in Oracle database technologies, PL/SQL development, and web application modernization while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and safeguarding sensitive PII and PHI data.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and support Oracle APEX applications for vital records modernization projects.
• Migrate existing Oracle PL/SQL Web Toolkit applications and modules to Oracle APEX.
• Develop and optimize complex SQL queries, PL/SQL packages, procedures, functions, and triggers.
• Implement secure, scalable, and maintainable web applications following industry best practices.
• Develop and support integrations with internal and external systems using RESTful and SOAP web services.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, analysts, and technical teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
• Troubleshoot, enhance, and maintain mission-critical applications supporting state and federal agency data exchanges.
• Ensure compliance with security standards, HIPAA requirements, and data protection policies.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience with Oracle Database 11g/18c/19c.
• Advanced SQL and PL/SQL development expertise.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle APEX development.
• Experience working with Oracle PL/SQL Web Toolkit applications.
• Proficiency in JavaScript and/or jQuery.
• Experience developing secure web applications handling sensitive data.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with RESTful and SOAP web services.
• Knowledge of application modernization and migration projects.