Due to progression, this role exists to replace a senior engineer within a well-established software company operating in the highly regulated energy sector. Oracle Software EngineerCirca £56,000 + up to 15% bonus | Hybrid (2 days per month onsite, Southampton) The software you'll work on is business critical. It must be reliable, auditable, and able to stand up to regulatory scrutiny. That shapes how engineering is done here: considered design, well-structured database development, and a focus on doing things properly rather than quickly. If you're an Oracle engineer ready to take on more responsibility, mentor others, and work in an environment where engineering discipline matters, this role is designed for you.What you'll be working onYou'll join a software-led organisation, contributing to the design, development, and ongoing improvement of commercial systems used within a regulated energy environment.Your work will include: Developing and maintaining Oracle database solutionsWriting and optimising PL/SQL for performance, reliability, and maintainabilityBuilding and supporting ETL processes for data integration and reportingContributing to data design decisions and agreed technical standardsReviewing work and helping raise engineering quality across the teamSupporting reliable releases in a controlled, production environment You'll report directly to a Principal Software Engineer and work alongside experienced engineers who value clarity, quality, and pragmatic problem-solving.What "senior" means hereThis is not a people-management role.Seniority is demonstrated through: Sound technical judgement in database and data-centric systemsOwnership of complex pieces of workMentoring and supporting less-experienced engineersLeading by example in code quality, testing, and delivery It's well suited to someone who may not yet hold a senior title but is already operating at that level and ready to step up.Essential experience Commercial experience with Oracle database developmentStrong PL/SQL skillsExperience designing or supporting ETL processesExperience working on production systems in a regulated or structured environmentA disciplined approach to testing, data quality, and reliability Nice to have: Python experience, particularly for APIs or integration work Working pattern and location (important) Hybrid role with 2 days per month onsiteOffice location: Southampton, HampshireCandidates must be within a 2-hour commute This is non-negotiable and intended to ensure effective collaboration when required.Salary and benefits Circa £56,000 base salaryBonus up to 15% (personal and company performance)25 days' annual leave plus bank holidaysPension scheme (4% employer contribution when you contribute 5%)Health care scheme (including dental and eye care)EV car scheme (terms apply)Free onsite gymEmployee Assistance Programme and wellbeing supportPaid volunteering day each year Interested?If you're an Oracle engineer looking to step into a senior-level role, working on meaningful systems in a regulated environment, this is worth a conversation. Apply directly or contact Chris Lynes at Spectrum IT Recruitment for a confidential discussion. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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