Posted on: 30/07/2025
We are seeking a detail-oriented PL-SQL Engineer to enhance our Validata platform. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in PL-SQL programming and quickly learn a complex codebase to deliver high-quality solutions and optimizations that improve platform performance and maintainability.
Life Sciences domain experience (Contracts, Plans, Products, Pharmacy Master) is a plus, but the ability to effectively troubleshoot and deliver results within the codebase is paramount.
Key Responsibilities :
- Analyze and understand the Validata platform's existing PL-SQL codebase.
- Develop, enhance, and maintain PL-SQL procedures, views, and functions.
- Implement loops, cursors, and temporary tables to support business logic.
- Optimize query performance and data retrieval using indexing strategies.
- Debug and resolve issues across the PL-SQL stack.
- Perform performance tuning through modular design, partitioning, and query optimization.
- Review and improve query execution plans using hints and indexing.
- Implement robust exception handling mechanisms.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions.
- (Optional) Validate code quality and functionality using PL-SQL unit testing frameworks.
Required Skills & Experience :
PL-SQL Fundamentals :
- Strong understanding of procedures, views, and functions.
- Experience with loops, cursors, and temporary tables.
- Proficiency in applying indexes for performance optimization.
- Solid debugging skills.
Performance Tuning Expertise :
- Modular code design for maintainability and scalability.
- Index and partitioning optimization techniques.
- Ability to interpret and optimize query plans using hints.
- Effective exception handling strategies.
Bonus Skills (Nice to Have) :
- Familiarity with PL-SQL unit testing frameworks (e.g., utPLSQL).
- Prior experience in Life Sciences domains (Contracts, Plans, Products, Pharmacy Master).
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- 45 years of hands-on experience in PL-SQL development.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
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