Java Tech Lead - PL/SQL & Oracle

UST Inc
Richmond, United States of America
yesterday

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Part-time / full-time
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 123K

Job location

Richmond, United States of America

Tech stack

Java
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Databases
Continuous Integration
DevOps
Revision Control Systems
Oracle
Oracle Applications
Performance Tuning
Scrum
Software Architecture
Software Engineering
SQL Stored Procedures
PL-SQL
Enterprise Software Applications
Cloud Platform System
Database Optimization
Spring-boot
REST
Sql Tuning
Microservices

Job description

  • Lead end to end application development using Java with a strong focus on Oracle and PL/SQL components

  • Drive technical discussions, architectural decisions, and solution design across application and database layers

  • Design, develop, and optimize PL/SQL objects including stored procedures, packages, triggers, and functions

  • Ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability through SQL tuning and database optimization

  • Partner with product, QA, and DevOps teams to ensure seamless integration and quality delivery

  • Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and review processes

  • Mentor junior developers and guide teams on technical and design best practices

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

Requirements

UST is searching for an experienced Java Tech Lead with strong expertise in PL/SQL and Oracle to lead the design, development, and delivery of scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate combines deep hands-on technical skills with strong leadership, architectural insight, and ownership of end-to-end solutions., * Strong hands-on experience with Java (Spring / Spring Boot preferred)

  • Deep expertise in Oracle Database and PL/SQL development

  • Proven experience in SQL performance tuning, execution plans, and indexing strategies

  • Strong understanding of REST APIs, microservices architecture, and enterprise systems

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control tools, and Agile/Scrum methodologies

  • Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS preferred)

  • Leadership & Behavioral Traits

  • Self-starter with strong ownership and accountability

  • Ability to lead technical discussions and influence stakeholders

  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and communication skills

  • Comfortable working in complex, compliance-driven environments

  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in healthcare, insurance, or regulated enterprise domains

  • Prior experience in modernization, migration, or performance optimization initiatives

Benefits & conditions

$82,000-$123,000 life insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan United States, Virginia, Richmond Jun 23, 2026 Role description, Compensation can differ depending on factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, education, and level of experience. UST provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in various U.S. markets as set forth below., Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.

Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.

Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).

All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws., Compensation range: $ 82,000.00 to 123,000.00 per year

About the company

Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world. UST is a mission-driven group of 29,000+ practical problem solvers and creative thinkers in more than 30 countries. Our entrepreneurial teams are empowered to innovate, act nimbly, and create a lasting and sustainable impact for our clients, their customers, and the communities in which we live. With us, you'll create a boundless impact that transforms your career-and the lives of people across the world., We proudly embrace the values that have shaped UST since day one. We build our culture of Humility, Humanity, and Integrity. These values inspire us to nurture a people-first, human centric culture that fosters diversity, prioritizes sustainable solutions, and keeps our people and clients at the forefront of all decisions.

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