Integration Developer needed at Cape Union Mart

Job Purpose:

• The Oracle Integration Cloud Developer will be responsible for designing, configuring, and maintaining Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC) solutions that enable seamless integration between third-party systems and Oracle Cloud. Additionally, the candidate will play a key role in developing and maintaining Oracle APEX applications, ensuring high-performance, scalable, and secure web-based solutions that support business needs. The role requires strong technical expertise in OIC, API integrations, middleware technologies, and Oracle APEX development. The role includes out-of-hours support for critical systems as part of a standby rotation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and configure Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC) solutions to handle transformations and orchestrations between third-party systems and Oracle Cloud.
• Design, develop, and maintain Oracle APEX applications, ensuring they align with business requirements and deliver a seamless user experience.
• Work with product owners and technical leads to understand integration and application development requirements, providing scalable solutions.
• Ensure timely delivery of assigned development tasks while adhering to quality standards and deadlines.
• Collaborate with QA teams, analysts, and other stakeholders to analyze requirements, develop user stories, and manage backlog items.
• Provide technical expertise in system integrations, API development, and middleware solutions.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize integration solutions to enhance performance and scalability.
• Participate in Agile development processes, including standup meetings, sprint planning, and reviews.
• Build prototypes and proof-of-concepts (POCs) to explore new integration and application solutions.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise:

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Oracle Integration Cloud Services (OIC).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Oracle APEX for web-based application development.

Technical Skills:

• API integrations and REST/SOAP web services.
• Data transformation and orchestration between multiple systems.
• Middleware technologies and best practices.
• Strong SQL and PL/SQL programming expertise.
• Other programming language eg: C# would be advantageous.
• Experience in developing interactive, responsive, and user-friendly web applications using Oracle APEX.
• Building dynamic reports, charts, dashboards, and forms in APEX.
• JavaScript, HTML, and CSS knowledge for front-end enhancements.
• Authentication and security best practices in APEX applications.
• Hands-on experience in integration development, API design, and cloud-based solutions.
• Experience working with JSON, XML, and SQL databases for integration and APEX applications.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices for integration and application deployment.

Professional Competencies:

• Ability to work in an agile environment and deliver within tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently while maintaining alignment with team objectives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Certifications in Oracle Integration Cloud Services (OICS), Oracle APEX Development, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).

Additional Information:

• This is a permanent/full-time position based at Cape Union Mart’s IT Division.
• Occasional travel may be required based on project needs.
• The role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment with evolving business requirements.