Job Description

Scientific Games

Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, legendary performance, and unwavering security to responsibly propel the global lottery industry ever forward.

Position Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Oracle PL/SQL packages, procedures, functions, triggers, and database objects.
• Develop and enhance applications using Oracle Forms and related GUI technologies.
• Work extensively with Oracle Database 12c/19c and above, ensuring database integrity, security, and performance.
• Create and maintain efficient data models, database schemas, indexes, and scripts.
• Monitor and optimize database performance through query tuning, indexing strategies, and execution plan analysis.
• Analyze and interpret Automatic Workload Repository (AWR) reports to identify performance bottlenecks and recommend improvements.
• Develop data migration, data validation, and data integration scripts as required.
• Collaborate with business analysts, application developers, and QA teams to understand and translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, database security policies, and best practices.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Oracle PL/SQL Development.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience working with Oracle Database 19c or higher.
• Strong expertise in:
• Oracle PL/SQL
• Oracle Forms Development
• GUI/Application Development
• SQL Query Optimization
• Stored Procedures, Functions, Packages, and Triggers
• Experience with:
• Oracle Database 12c/19c or higher
• Data Modeling and Database Design
• Database Scripting and Automation
• Index Management and Performance Optimization
• Performance Monitoring and Troubleshooting
• Ability to analyze and interpret AWR Reports, ASH Reports, and Oracle Performance Metrics.
• Strong understanding of execution plans, indexing strategies, and database tuning techniques.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of Oracle Reports and Oracle Application Framework.
• Experience with Unix/Linux Shell Scripting.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Exposure to Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
• Experience supporting mission-critical enterprise applications.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Oracle Certifications will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent debugging and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Nice to Have

• Experience in regulated industries such as Gaming, Banking, Financial Services, Healthcare, or Telecom.
• Exposure to database migration and modernization projects.
• Experience working with high-volume transactional systems.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors degree in related field.

Years of Related Experience

Years of experience 5 to 8 years

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, use hands, operate a computer, and have specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer and business equipment.

Work Conditions

Scientific Games, LLC and its affiliates (collectively, “SG”) are engaged in highly regulated gaming and lottery businesses. As a result, certain SG employees may, among other things, be required to obtain a gaming or other license(s), undergo background investigations or security checks, or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts. In order to ensure SG complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, SG requires all of its employees to meet those requirements that are necessary to fulfill their individual roles. As a prerequisite to employment with SG (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to SG conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.

SG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you’d like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.