Employer: Stanford University
Location: Redwood City, CA, United States
Category: Information Technology Srvcs
Job function: Software Developer
Workplace type: Hybrid
Contract type: Regular
Grade: J
Posted: 2026-06-22
Stanford's University Information Technology (UIT) organization services diverse clientele from various university business units and schools. We are a hub of business analysts, developers, and architects supporting the Oracle EBusiness Suite by extending and customizing the application and also designing and developing custom applications to support core functions of the University. We also support the Oracle Financials cloud, Procurement Cloud and Enterprise Performance Management suite of SaAS applications and integrations to Oracle Human Capital Management cloud.
We are looking for a passionate Oracle Software Developer to join our Financials, Service Management and Middleware Systems (FSMM) group in Enterprise Technology (ET) within University IT. We are also responsible for services and technologies that are used by the campus community and by University business systems to manage enterprise data about people, organizations, courses, workgroups, and authority. The group manages a set of central Registries and additionally supports a suite of middleware applications developed in Oracle Application Express (Apex) and Java background processes which facilitate enterprise integration.
This position is for a team focused on development and maintenance of the custom applications, and requires a developer with proficiency in Oracle APEX, JavaScript, Web Services and Oracle database development. The incumbent works closely with the other System developers, Business analysts, QA and the deployment and operations teams to successfully deploy software applications. A successful candidate will have demonstrated a track record for designing and developing enterprise information systems that are secure, reliable, and scalable.
CORE DUTIES*:
- Conceptualize design, implement, and develop solutions for complex system/programs independently.
- Work with a variety of users to gain information, and develop intra-system tradeoffs between different users, as necessary; interact with a diverse client base and outside vendor contacts.
- Document system builds and application configurations; maintain and update documentation as needed.
- Provide technical analysis, design, development, conversion, and implementation work.
- Work as a project leader, as needed, for projects of moderate complexity.
- Serve as a technical resource for applications.
- Compare, evaluate, and implement new features and technologies, and integrate them into the computing environment.
- Follow team software development methodology.
- Mentor lower level software developers.
* Other duties may also be assigned
Qualifications:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Expertise in designing, developing, testing, and deploying applications.
- Proficiency with application design and data modeling.
- Ability to define and solve logical problems for highly technical applications.
- Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical clients.
- Ability to lead activities on structured team development projects.
- Ability to select, adapt, and effectively use a variety of programming methods.
- Knowledge of the application domain.
- Understanding of all aspects of software development life cycle and quality control practices.
- Able to work on multiple initiatives at a time with an ability to manage and prioritize work.
- A solid grasp of technical problems, capabilities, and solutions especially around database applications
Relevant Work Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of Oracle PL/SQL development and SQL programming experience with exposure to data conversion or data transformation and tuning application performance is required
- Minimum of 2 years experience building integrations on Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC) and integrating with Oracle Fusion Financials or Oracle HCM cloud
- 5+ years of experience developing applications using Oracle Application Express (APEX) specifically developing and maintaining complex applications including exposure to upgrading to new releases
- Familiarity with JQuery/Javascript, CSS, HTML5, shell scripting is a plus
- Exposure to tools such as Jira, SLACK, Confluence, ServiceNow
- Familiarity with application integrations using SnapLogic, API Gateway platforms, java Spring framework is a plus
- Passion for working with end users to understand their needs and improve their end-user experience
- Strong understanding of the software development life cycle
- Knowledge of principles and techniques used in systems analysis
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*
- Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
- Frequently sit, grasp lightly/fine manipulation.
- Occasionally stand/walk, writing by hand.
- Rarely use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
* Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- May work extended hours, evening and weekends.
WORK STANDARDS
- Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
- Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
- Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.
The expected pay range for this position is $138,402 to $163,985 per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.