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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Oracle + Apex Developer / Technical Operations Lead - **Company:** Behan Services Ltd - **Location:** UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Confluence, JIRA, BASIC (Programming Language), Business Software, Command-Line Interface, Continuous Delivery, Cron, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Structures, Software Debugging, Linux, Oracle (Applications), Oracle SQL Developer, Power BI, Oracle Apex, DataOps, PL-SQL, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Apex Code, Scripting, Transport Layer Security, Git, Information Technology, Qlikview, Web Technologies, Tools for Reporting, Restful APIs, Software Version Control - **Published:** September 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840675322-senior-oracle--apex-developer--technical-operations-lead ## About the Role * 5+ years of IT experience, ideally in small teams or varied environments * Well-developed technical and interpersonal skills * Strong Oracle SQL and PL/SQL skills * Comfortable Linux skills (CLI, scripting, debugging, cron, basic admin) * Data operations experience (ETL pipelines, scripting, system integrations) * Version control experience (Git or similar) * Agile project environment experience (sprints, bite-size deliverables and continuous delivery) * Self-motivation and the ability to work independently, learn new technologies and expand your skillset * Experience with BI/reporting tools (Qlik, Power BI, etc.) * Web technologies knowledge (SSL, REST APIs, XML) * Familiarity with Confluence/Jira or similar project management tools What we're looking for * Technical depth - not someone who relies on Google or AI for every code or data issue * Business awareness - you understand the 'why' behind requirements, not just the 'what' * Proactive mindset - low-maintenance professional who takes initiative * Growth mindset - ready for a fresh challenge and willing to expand your skillset * Communication skills - able to represent the company in support and delivery calls This role could be perfect for you if.. * You're capable but underused and want to make a real difference * You enjoy working across data, development, scripting, and systems - and taking full ownership of end to end support * You want to learn Oracle APEX and grow into a more full-stack role * You prefer working with people who care over corporate bureaucracy * You value flexibility, autonomy, and common sense, If you're comfortable with SQL, PL/SQL, data structures, and basic web concepts, you'll pick up APEX quickly with our support. We're looking for strong technical fundamentals and the right mindset - we can teach the APEX specifics whilst you add value in other areas. This role would suit someone who: * Has worked in consultancy or small teams, wearing multiple hats * Has built and supported business applications * Has experience mentoring junior staff or contractors * Is looking for a career refresh * Wants to step up from a more junior role - or to broaden your breadth of skillset and exposure before moving on to the next stage in your career Ready to take on a role where your technical skills and business acumen will be truly valued? ## Description We're a growing consultancy looking for a technically grounded, business-aware professional to join our team. This is a perfect opportunity for someone with solid Oracle, SQL and Linux experience who wants to expand into Oracle APEX development - and prior APEX experience isn't essential - we can give you what you need to pick it up quickly. This hybrid, hands-on and strategic role offers the chance to take ownership of day-to-day technical operations while growing your skillset in a supportive, flexible environment. What you'll be doing * Supporting and enhancing customer Oracle APEX applications * Taking ownership of customer operations including support queries, small changes and light enhancements, with potential responsibility for bigger development activities * Managing and mentoring junior developers * Handling data loading, cron jobs, user support, and system tweaks * Planning and delivering technical tasks with minimal supervision * Participating in client interactions and internal process improvements ## Related Videos - [Recruitment Reinvented: Bold strategies and the $10K signing incentive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1068-recruitment-reinvented-bold-strategies-and-the-10k-signing-incentive) - [From clicks to cribs - How to find your dream home with web scraping](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/767-from-clicks-to-cribs-how-to-find-your-dream-home-with-web-scraping) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Personal Branding & Job Search - The Most Practical Approach You'll Ever Find](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/576-personal-branding-job-search-the-most-practical-approach-you-ll-ever-find) - [Is your backend a hodgepodge of queues, event stores and cron jobs? 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