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Senior Oracle Applications Developer

Aurora, OH · Hybrid

$90.74K - $117.43K/yr

Do performance tuning of programs, screens and other objects when performance issues are reported ... Oracle Discrete Manufacturing, Oracle Work in Process (WIP), Oracle Bill of Materials (BOM ...

Oracle DBA

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$48.75 - $66.25/hr

Basic Qualifications: 5+ years of overall Oracle DBA experience supporting large-scale production systems, or equivalent 3+ years of SQL programming and performance tuning 3+ years of Backup/Recovery ...

C. § 1158 Preferred Qualifications: • Must have strong knowledge of Oracle Database. • Experience in working upon system design and architecture setup. • Excellent performance tuning skills ...

Lead end-to-end MongoDB performance optimization including query tuning, execution plan analysis, and index design * Design and implement scalable data models optimized for high read/write throughput ...

Oracle DB and PostgreSQL DB expertise, any other databases are a plus point. * Good with Database Performance tuning, SQL, PL/SQL, database monitoring through tools like OEM, Splunk, Dynatrace ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for oracle performance tuning in Ohio is $65.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58.03 and $73.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Oracle Performance Tuning job involves optimizing the performance of Oracle databases by identifying bottlenecks, improving query execution, and ensuring efficient resource utilization. Professionals in this role analyze database structures, SQL queries, indexing strategies, memory allocation, and system configurations to enhance efficiency. They use tools like Oracle AWR (Automatic Workload Repository), SQL Tuning Advisor, and Explain Plan to diagnose and resolve performance issues. The goal is to improve response times, reduce downtime, and optimize database operations for better scalability and reliability.

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To thrive in Oracle Performance Tuning, you need a deep understanding of Oracle Database architecture, SQL optimization, and experience with troubleshooting complex database performance issues, typically supported by relevant computer science degrees or Oracle certifications. Familiarity with tools like Oracle Enterprise Manager, SQL*Plus, AWR/ASH reports, and automated performance monitoring systems is essential. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication skills help in translating technical findings to non-technical stakeholders and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These skills are crucial for maintaining optimal database performance, ensuring business continuity, and supporting efficient system operations.

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Individuals in Oracle Performance Tuning roles often encounter challenges such as identifying the root cause of slow-performing queries, balancing resource allocation to optimize multiple applications, and addressing unexpected database bottlenecks under tight deadlines. They may also need to troubleshoot performance issues that span across hardware, software, and network layers, making diagnostic skills essential. Regular collaboration with development, infrastructure, and application support teams is common to implement tuning recommendations and ensure changes do not affect production stability. Successfully overcoming these challenges enhances system reliability and directly impacts business productivity, making the role both demanding and highly rewarding.
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Senior Oracle Applications Developer

Senior Oracle Applications Developer

Steris

Aurora, OH • Hybrid

$90.74K - $117.43K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.

Position Summary

As a Sr. Oracle Applications Developer at STERIS, you will play a pivotal role in supporting, enhancing and the implementation of Oracle Applications with a focus on Supply Chain and Manufacturing Modules. You'll collaborate closely with our dedicated teams to ensure seamless support, maintenance and implementation of development request and projects.


This is a hybrid role, with the requirement of working onsite at our Mentor, OH Headquarters 3 days per week. (Relocation assistance eligible)


This role is eligible for Work / Visa Sponsorship

What You'll Do as a Senior Oracle Applications Developer

Software Application Development - 70%

  • Review and understand business requirements for development tasks assigned
  • Develop new programs or makes changes to existing programs, according to business requirements.
  • Develop test scripts and Tests programs according to business requirements
  • Do performance tuning of programs, screens and other objects when performance issues are reported
  • Perform unit, system and integration testing and participate in capacity / performance testing of an application. Create / test prototypes
  • Conduct and participate in code reviews and ensure that all solutions are aligned to pre-defined architectural specifications.
  • Work with business users to test programs in Development and UAT
  • Write technical documentation
  • Incorporate security requirements into design.
  • Work with DBA, System Administration teams to migrate programs to UAT and Production
  • Work with Business Process Owners to investigate new functionality
  • Work on software application upgrades
  • Work with offshore resources to develop programs
  • If working on an FDA validated system, adheres to software validation requirements.

Software Application Support - 20%

  • Monitor interfaces and processes in production systems for errors, performance and any other abnormality
  • Provide first level support for assigned software applications
  • Troubleshoot and resolve problems reported by users of these modules and applications.
  • Investigate issues using vendor support website(s).
  • Create tickets or service requests with software vendor.
  • Develop fixes and changes to programs to resolve issues
  • Investigate setup or configuration changes required software applications
  • Work with other team members, DBA and SA teams to resolve issues
  • Work with Business Process Owner(s) to test and make changes to software applications

Project Planning - 10%

  • Meets with business users to manage development requests
  • Schedules development requests
  • Provides status reports to supervisor and or management
  • Provides estimates for deliverables and tasks
The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed

Required:

  • 7+ years experience as an Oracle Apps Techno-Functional with Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. In lieu of degree; 9 years of experience.
  • 7+ years experience in the following software applications: Oracle Discrete Manufacturing, Oracle Work in Process (WIP), Oracle Bill of Materials (BOM), Costing, Oracle Inventory, Purchasing, iProcurement, Quality
  • 5+ years of experience in full life cycle implementations of applicable software applications or upgrades.
  • Expert Software development experience in Oracle R12 development tools: Forms/Reports Development Suite, Oracle Alerts, BI Publisher, SQL Developer/Toad, Putty, FTP tools (Filezilla or equiv)
  • Advanced Development experience in Unix, Windows environment.
  • Expertly interfaces with other applications using Web Services, APIs, flat file transfers or database links. 
  • In depth experience designing and developing custom software applications.
  • Comfortable and experienced with on-prem and cloud-based software applications.

Preferred:

  • Experience in the use of Middleware is highly preferred.
  • Experience with Oracle WMS, Oracle Cloud WMS or other WMS applications is preferred.
  • Experience in working with Labelling applications is preferred.
  • Exposure to working with Oracle Fusion PDH or Oracle Fusion Supplier Portal is nice to have.
What STERIS Offers:

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being and financial future.


Here is a brief overview of what we offer: 

  • Market Competitive Pay
  • Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added Holidays
  • Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Long/Short Term Disability Coverage
  • 401(k) with a company match
  • Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs
  • Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career.


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Pay range for this opportunity is $90,737.50 - $117,425.00. This position is eligible for bonus participation.

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed.  Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio.  Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits

Open until position is filled.

STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit www.steris.com.

If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.

The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location's HR Office during normal business hours.


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