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Oracle Forms Oracle PLSQL Software Developer
IT / Software / Data Analyst
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Job Description
Role: Oracle Forms & Oracle PL/SQL Developer (full time)
Division: Assessment & Qualifications Delivery
Location: Chennai, India
About Pearson
Our purpose: At Pearson we ‘add life to a lifetime of learning’ so everyone can realise the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. Our Purpose Add Life to a Lifetime of Learning
Our company: Pearson was founded in 1844 and has been built on our ability to grow with and adapt to a constantly evolving market. Our 20,000+ employees are dedicated to creating the high-quality, digital-first, accessible and sustainable resources for lifelong learning.
Diversity: At Pearson we value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced as strengths and opportunities are equal and accessible.
Flexible working: Pearson is committed to hybrid working practices and has adopted flexible remote and virtual working. Where possible our employees can choose to manage their attendance to the office more flexibly.
About UK Assessment & Qualifications
We are responsible for the delivery of nearly 4 million examination results per annum, including A-Level, GCSE, BTEC and T-levels for students in UK and International centres. Our in-house systems process every learner from registration to marking and certification, in a highly regulated business. We currently operate a hybrid estate of predominantly bespoke systems, with an ongoing strategic transformation programme to migrate from on-prem to cloud based, cost effective, scalable and resilient services.
About the job
Seeking an experienced Oracle Forms and PL/SQL Developer to join Integrated Qualification Service team. The candidate should have a strong background in developing and maintaining Oracle Forms applications and expertise in PL/SQL programming. They will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying Oracle Forms applications, as well as writing and optimizing PL/SQL code with integration with open VMS, DCL, Cloud etc.
Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and enhance Oracle Forms applications based on business requirements and user specifications.
Write and maintain PL/SQL procedures, functions, triggers, and packages to support application logic and database operations.
Perform unit testing and debugging of Oracle Forms applications and PL/SQL code to ensure high-quality deliverables.
Collaborate with business analysts, stakeholders, and end-users to gather requirements and provide technical solutions.
Optimize database performance by analysing and fine-tuning SQL queries, indexes, and data access methods.
Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
Participate in the full software development life cycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance. Should be flexible to adopt Agile/Hybrid methodology.
Document technical specifications, user guides, and other relevant documentation for developed applications.
Stay updated with the latest Oracle Forms and PL/SQL features, technologies, and industry trends.
Forms and DB scripts to be integrated with VMS, DCL & ProCobol.
Identify areas to improve, modernize, automate the system.
Provide on-going support and maintenance of in-house applications using Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle Forms, VMS, DCL etc.
Conduct Code design and development for larger projects using Oracle SQL, PL/ SQL and Oracle Forms, DCL, ProCobol etc.
Responding in a timely manner to any technical or general questions on Incidents/ Questions / clarification.
Should be flexible to work for Dev / Support or both teams.
Support functions include problem investigation, development, testing and deployment to live.
Guide new members technically & functionally.
Should work as individual contributor or work with the team.
About you
We’d expect that you can demonstrate significant experience of delivery using Oracle Forms, Oracle PL/SQL, with additional skills and experience in ProCOBOL and Unix
Key Skills & Experience
Oracle PL/SQL (Oracle version 11g, 1+c).
Oracle Forms & Reports (Oracle version 12c)
Experience with Oracle PL/SQL Programming & Development including Packages, Procedures and Functions.
Understanding of Scheduler Jobs and Automatic Job Processing.
Code compilation and Execution in Oracle platform.
Design and development experience with strong command on PL/SQL Programming.
Experience with Latest version of Oracle is desirable.
Experience in writing unit test cases and execution.
Experience in requirement refinement, estimation, and solution design.
Prior experience in development, support & upgrade projects.
Flexible to work independently.
Quick learner and Excellent communication skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Desirable Skills & Experience
Oracle Warehouse Builder
Should be ready to work in the Agile based project.
Can be able to handle both development, support & upgrade projects.
Should be flexible to work independently and as a team to fulfil the deliverable /support Incidents quickly & on-time.
Excellent in both verbal and written communication.
Good to have knowledge on GIT library and Jenkins.
All our roles are hybrid working; for this role that means visiting your base office no more than once a week with the possibility of occasional business travel to UK Pearson sites.
For this role there is a requirement to support 24/7/365 on-call operations.
We actively encourage our staff to participate in at least 40 hours of training a year, and offer relevant AWS (Amazon Web Service) training and certification as part of this role.
Diversity and Inclusion at Pearson
We’re committed to equity and opportunity, so that all learners can realise the life they imagine and see themselves in our services and products. We believe learning is a powerful force for change and that diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to who we are. We’re committed to addressing all forms of systematic racism, discrimination and inequality in everything we do.
We also believe in giving everyone in the company the chance to help shape a more inclusive culture, in which everyone feels a sense of belonging and in which everyone acts with integrity day-in, day-out. To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, please click here.
Pearson is an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate against employees or job applicants and select the best person for each job based on relevant skills and experience. We are also committed to building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce and encouraging equality and diversity.
The information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process. We are a Stonewall Gold and Top 20 LGBT+ inclusive employer, Investors in People Gold, Race Charter signatory, Disability Confident employer and Working Mums Top Employer.
\#LI-POST
What to expect from Pearson
Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2026?
At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.
We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.
Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.
To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing [email protected].
Note that the information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.
Job: TECHNOLOGY
Organization: Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule: FULL\_TIME
Req ID: 11+3+
Division: Assessment & Qualifications Delivery
Location: Chennai, India
About Pearson
Our purpose: At Pearson we ‘add life to a lifetime of learning’ so everyone can realise the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. Our Purpose Add Life to a Lifetime of Learning
Our company: Pearson was founded in 1844 and has been built on our ability to grow with and adapt to a constantly evolving market. Our 20,000+ employees are dedicated to creating the high-quality, digital-first, accessible and sustainable resources for lifelong learning.
Diversity: At Pearson we value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced as strengths and opportunities are equal and accessible.
Flexible working: Pearson is committed to hybrid working practices and has adopted flexible remote and virtual working. Where possible our employees can choose to manage their attendance to the office more flexibly.
About UK Assessment & Qualifications
We are responsible for the delivery of nearly 4 million examination results per annum, including A-Level, GCSE, BTEC and T-levels for students in UK and International centres. Our in-house systems process every learner from registration to marking and certification, in a highly regulated business. We currently operate a hybrid estate of predominantly bespoke systems, with an ongoing strategic transformation programme to migrate from on-prem to cloud based, cost effective, scalable and resilient services.
About the job
Seeking an experienced Oracle Forms and PL/SQL Developer to join Integrated Qualification Service team. The candidate should have a strong background in developing and maintaining Oracle Forms applications and expertise in PL/SQL programming. They will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying Oracle Forms applications, as well as writing and optimizing PL/SQL code with integration with open VMS, DCL, Cloud etc.
Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and enhance Oracle Forms applications based on business requirements and user specifications.
Write and maintain PL/SQL procedures, functions, triggers, and packages to support application logic and database operations.
Perform unit testing and debugging of Oracle Forms applications and PL/SQL code to ensure high-quality deliverables.
Collaborate with business analysts, stakeholders, and end-users to gather requirements and provide technical solutions.
Optimize database performance by analysing and fine-tuning SQL queries, indexes, and data access methods.
Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
Participate in the full software development life cycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance. Should be flexible to adopt Agile/Hybrid methodology.
Document technical specifications, user guides, and other relevant documentation for developed applications.
Stay updated with the latest Oracle Forms and PL/SQL features, technologies, and industry trends.
Forms and DB scripts to be integrated with VMS, DCL & ProCobol.
Identify areas to improve, modernize, automate the system.
Provide on-going support and maintenance of in-house applications using Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, Oracle Forms, VMS, DCL etc.
Conduct Code design and development for larger projects using Oracle SQL, PL/ SQL and Oracle Forms, DCL, ProCobol etc.
Responding in a timely manner to any technical or general questions on Incidents/ Questions / clarification.
Should be flexible to work for Dev / Support or both teams.
Support functions include problem investigation, development, testing and deployment to live.
Guide new members technically & functionally.
Should work as individual contributor or work with the team.
About you
We’d expect that you can demonstrate significant experience of delivery using Oracle Forms, Oracle PL/SQL, with additional skills and experience in ProCOBOL and Unix
Key Skills & Experience
Oracle PL/SQL (Oracle version 11g, 1+c).
Oracle Forms & Reports (Oracle version 12c)
Experience with Oracle PL/SQL Programming & Development including Packages, Procedures and Functions.
Understanding of Scheduler Jobs and Automatic Job Processing.
Code compilation and Execution in Oracle platform.
Design and development experience with strong command on PL/SQL Programming.
Experience with Latest version of Oracle is desirable.
Experience in writing unit test cases and execution.
Experience in requirement refinement, estimation, and solution design.
Prior experience in development, support & upgrade projects.
Flexible to work independently.
Quick learner and Excellent communication skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Desirable Skills & Experience
Oracle Warehouse Builder
Should be ready to work in the Agile based project.
Can be able to handle both development, support & upgrade projects.
Should be flexible to work independently and as a team to fulfil the deliverable /support Incidents quickly & on-time.
Excellent in both verbal and written communication.
Good to have knowledge on GIT library and Jenkins.
All our roles are hybrid working; for this role that means visiting your base office no more than once a week with the possibility of occasional business travel to UK Pearson sites.
For this role there is a requirement to support 24/7/365 on-call operations.
We actively encourage our staff to participate in at least 40 hours of training a year, and offer relevant AWS (Amazon Web Service) training and certification as part of this role.
Diversity and Inclusion at Pearson
We’re committed to equity and opportunity, so that all learners can realise the life they imagine and see themselves in our services and products. We believe learning is a powerful force for change and that diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to who we are. We’re committed to addressing all forms of systematic racism, discrimination and inequality in everything we do.
We also believe in giving everyone in the company the chance to help shape a more inclusive culture, in which everyone feels a sense of belonging and in which everyone acts with integrity day-in, day-out. To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, please click here.
Pearson is an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate against employees or job applicants and select the best person for each job based on relevant skills and experience. We are also committed to building an accurate picture of the make-up of the workforce and encouraging equality and diversity.
The information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process. We are a Stonewall Gold and Top 20 LGBT+ inclusive employer, Investors in People Gold, Race Charter signatory, Disability Confident employer and Working Mums Top Employer.
\#LI-POST
What to expect from Pearson
Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2026?
At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.
We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.
Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.
To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.
If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing [email protected].
Note that the information you provide will stay confidential and will be stored securely. It will not be seen by those involved in making decisions as part of the recruitment process.
Job: TECHNOLOGY
Organization: Assessment & Qualifications
Schedule: FULL\_TIME
Req ID: 11+3+
