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How much do application enhancement developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for application enhancement developer in the United States is $52.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.31 and $60.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectApplication Enhancement DeveloperSoftware Developer
Primary FocusImproving and adding features to existing applicationsDesigning and building new software solutions
Required SkillsProgramming, debugging, understanding existing codebasesProgramming, system design, software architecture
Work EnvironmentOften collaborates with product teams, focuses on application updatesCan be involved in full software lifecycle, from conception to deployment
Common CertificationsJava, .NET, Agile certificationsJava, C++, Scrum certifications

While both roles involve programming and software development, an Application Enhancement Developer primarily focuses on improving and updating existing applications, whereas a Software Developer typically designs and creates new software solutions from scratch. The roles often overlap, but the key difference lies in the scope of work—enhancement versus new development.

Senior PL/SQL Performance Enhancement Developer

Purple Drive Technologies

Omaha, NE • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Overview:
Job Title: Senior PL/SQL Performance Enhancement Developer
Location: Onsite - Omaha, NE or Remote
Employment Type: Contract
Experience Required: 10+ Years
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior PL/SQL Performance Enhancement Developer to lead database optimization and performance improvement initiatives across enterprise applications.
This role requires deep expertise in PL/SQL development, execution plan analysis, and advanced database performance tuning, along with strong collaboration skills to work closely with DBAs, application teams, and offshore development teams.
Key Responsibilities
PL/SQL Development & Optimization
  • Design, develop, and enhance complex PL/SQL packages, procedures, functions, and triggers.
  • Refactor and optimize existing PL/SQL code for improved performance and scalability.
  • Conduct detailed dependency analysis and execution plan evaluations.
Performance Tuning & Monitoring
  • Analyze SQL execution plans and identify performance bottlenecks.
  • Implement indexing strategies, query optimization, and code tuning best practices.
  • Utilize monitoring tools to track performance metrics and generate reports.
  • Drive iterative performance improvement processes.
Deployment & Governance
  • Develop deployment scripts and support release management processes.
  • Implement robust exception handling and logging mechanisms.
  • Maintain technical documentation and knowledge transfer materials.
Collaboration & Leadership
  • Work closely with DBAs and offshore development teams to ensure optimal database performance.
  • Provide leadership during performance reviews and tuning initiatives.
  • Engage with clients and stakeholders to explain performance issues and recommend solutions.
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in PL/SQL development.
  • Strong expertise in advanced database performance tuning and optimization.
  • Deep understanding of SQL execution plans, indexing strategies, and query optimization.
  • Experience with monitoring tools and performance reporting frameworks.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience collaborating with DBAs and distributed teams.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Technical Skills
PL/SQL | SQL Optimization | Execution Plan Analysis | Database Performance Tuning | Indexing Strategies | Monitoring Tools | Deployment Scripting