Senior Oracle APEX Developer
Role type: Full time / Permanent
Compensation: Competitive + Benefits
Location: Stoke Gifford, Bristol or Leicester, Leicestershire + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Shape the future of defence technology
At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together. As a Senior Oracle APEX Developer at our Bristol or Leicester sites, you’ll support the UK’s submarine fleet and contribute to national defence.
As a Senior Oracle APEX Developer, you’ll be at the heart of a major infrastructure programme supporting the UK’s naval capabilities. You’ll join the Digital Solutions Team, where your work will directly impact the safety and readiness of submarines and submariners. This is a unique opportunity to develop innovative software solutions that support through‑life engineering for the Royal Navy.
Responsibilities
* Lead requirement analysis and design of technical solutions for large‑scale defence programmes.
* Develop efficient, scalable software using Oracle APEX and PL/SQL.
* Apply technical expertise to evaluate and model alternative solutions.
* Drive innovation through reusable code and modern development practices.
* Collaborate with stakeholders across engineering, infrastructure, and defence teams.
This role is full time, 35 hours per week and offers hybrid working arrangements with 2 days on site and 3 days from home.
Essential Experience
* Proven experience with Oracle APEX web‑based application development.
* Strong skills in server‑side PL/SQL coding for data validation and import/export.
* Solid understanding of JavaScript and front‑end development.
* A methodical approach to configuration control and software lifecycle management.
* A proactive mindset with a passion for career development and continuous learning.
Qualifications
Essential
* Relevant degree or equivalent experience in software engineering, computer science, or a related field.
Preferred
* Oracle certifications or training in APEX development.
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain a Security Check (SC) security clearance. Eligibility may be affected by place of birth, nationality, citizenship, and residency. Further details are available at the UK Government website.
What We Offer
* Generous holiday allowance
* Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
* Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
* Employee share scheme
* Employee shopping savings portal
* Payment of Professional Fees
* Reservists in the armed forces receive 10 days special paid leave
* Holiday Trading – the ability to buy or sell up to one working week of annual leave between February and March annually
* ‘Be Kind Day’ – one paid day per year for volunteering work with a chosen charity
* Excellent development opportunities and a comprehensive employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing
About Babcock International Group
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. We are a disability‑confident committed employer and are happy to talk about flexible working arrangements during the interview.
Closing Date: 30/11/2025
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