Senior Release Engineer, Patching

Oracle's Automated Patching Framework (APF) builds and delivers software updates for Oracle Database, Exadata, Fleet Patching and Provisioning (FPP), Real Application Clusters (RAC), Oracle GoldenGate (OGG), Zero Data Loss Recovery Appliance (ZDLRA), and Autonomous Health Framework (AHF), across on-premises and cloud environments. APF is a business-critical platform that helps Oracle deliver patches to customers on schedule and improves the efficiency of development teams across the company.

The framework includes services and tools built with Python, Java, Perl, PL/SQL, and Ant. Our team develops and operates these systems in a large-scale production environment. Engineers contribute across the full software lifecycle, from design and implementation to troubleshooting, performance tuning, and production support.

We're looking for strong hands-on software engineers who enjoy solving complex automation problems and working across technologies and teams.

Design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug software for Oracle's automated patching framework. You'll build and maintain tools and services using technologies such as Python, Java, Perl, Linux shell scripting, and PL/SQL. The role also includes providing internal production support, investigating and triaging issues, and improving the reliability and performance of the patching infrastructure.

As a member of the software engineering team, you'll help define and implement software solutions, make changes to existing architecture as needs evolve, and contribute to technical direction across shared projects. The work is varied and often complex, requiring sound judgment and the ability to work independently. You may also lead projects or provide technical guidance to other developers.

Design, develop, and maintain APF (Automation Patching Framework) services, tools, and automation.
Provide production support and investigate issues reported by internal customers.
Lead or contribute to cross-functional technical discussions and shared projects.
Improve the framework's architecture, code quality, reliability, and support processes using AI tools where appropriate.
Take ownership of software throughout its lifecycle, including operation in a 24/7 production environment.
Provide technical guidance to other developers and, where appropriate, lead projects.

Minimum Job Qualifications
Education and/or Experience:
8 years of experience in release and configuration management or software engineering, or related field

OR

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or related field AND 2 years of experience in release and configuration management or software engineering.

Job Skills:
CI/CD Tools Demonstrated ability in or knowledge of CI/CD tools, including designing, implementing, or managing automated build, test, and deployment pipelines.
DevOps Demonstrated ability to apply CI/CD, automation, and collaboration practices to streamline software delivery.
Automation Demonstrated ability in or knowledge of automation, including designing, implementing, and managing automated tools, processes, or systems to streamline operations.
Scripting Languages Demonstrated ability in or knowledge of scripting languages, including writing and maintaining scripts to improve system efficiency.
Operating Systems Demonstrated ability in or knowledge of operating systems, including installing, upgrading, and troubleshooting various operating environments.
Version Control Systems Demonstrated ability in or knowledge of version control systems, including tracking and managing changes to code and documentation.
Solution Architecture Demonstrated ability to architect end-to-end solutions that meet both business and technical requirements.
Tooling Upgrades Demonstrated experience in upgrading and maintaining development tools and environments for security and compatibility.

Preferred Job Qualifications
Education and/or Experience:
9 years of experience in release and configuration management or software engineering, or related field

OR

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or related field AND 5 years of experience in release and configuration management or software engineering

OR

Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or related field AND 3 years of experience in release and configuration management or software engineering

Professional Certifications:
Certification in cloud computing technologies (e.g., AWS, OCI, Cloud).