Content Writer-Database

Posted Sep 22

Job Description

Oracle’s content operations team writes about database technology, cloud computing, AI, scientific and analytic computing, programming environments, data management, trends in data science and more. While the team may sometimes write about how various technologies work, it mostly explains how technologies are used in business and how they help solve challenges faced by companies. We are looking for a writer who understands the technologies mentioned above, and who can use that knowledge to inspire readers to want to know more. As a teller of great stories, you’ll not only write engaging, well-researched copy, you’ll also suggest graphics and other elements that bring the story to life.

If you get why a developer would choose to manage data in their app with JSON documents instead of relational tables, or vice versa, this could be the writing job for you.

Responsibilities

The writer in this role will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

  • Research the use of new technologies and combinations of technologies and write papers and articles that explain the use and illustrate the business value achievable.
  • Interview subject matter experts both inside and outside of Oracle to learn and communicate their unique takes on the application of technology.
  • Write ebooks and web-based articles based on agreed-upon outlines
  • Contribute to other content mediums, including video scripts, PowerPoints, and social media posts.
  • Create SEO-optimized content based on briefs developed by Oracle’s SEO team.
  • Assist in special projects or activities as needed. Cover events as needed.

Basic qualifications

  • A Bachelor’s degree in English or Journalism or a related field or 7+ years of experience writing content for business technologists and technology buyers.
  • 7+ years of experience covering the technology industry.
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to create engaging content about highly technical subjects.
  • Ability to follow style and usage guidelines.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and developing content based on business needs and requirements.
  • Ability to work independently and creatively to complete complex writing assignments on deadline.
  • Experience working with geographically distributed teams.

Preferred qualifications

  • Familiar with project management systems, specifically Wrike.
  • Understanding of cloud-based infrastructure and platform services and the various database services they offer.
  • Knowledge of database concepts, Structured Query Language (SQL) and database languages.
  • Familiarity with programming languages for supported APIs is a plus (JSON, Java/JDBC, C/ODBC, C++, Python).
  • Familiarity with data science concepts and tools is a bonus

Qualifications

Disclaimer:

Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the United States only

Hiring Range: from $87,000 to $178,200 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle’s differing products, industries and lines of business.

Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion

2. Short term disability and long term disability

3. Life insurance and AD&D

4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)

5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts

6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match

8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.

9. 11 paid holidays

10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.

11. Paid parental leave

12. Adoption assistance

13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan

14. Financial planning and group legal

15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

Required Skills

  • Editor
  • Writing Skills

About Us

An Oracle career can span industries, roles, Countries and cultures, giving you the opportunity to flourish in new roles and innovate, while blending work life in. Oracle has thrived through 40+ years of change by innovating and operating with integrity while delivering for the top companies in almost every industry.

In order to nurture the talent that makes this happen, we are committed to an inclusive culture that celebrates and values diverse insights and perspectives, a workforce that inspires thought leadership and innovation.

Oracle offers a highly competitive suite of Employee Benefits designed on the principles of parity, consistency, and affordability. The overall package includes certain core elements such as Medical, Life Insurance, access to Retirement Planning, and much more. We also encourage our employees to engage in the culture of giving back to the communities where we live and do business.

At Oracle, we believe that innovation starts with diversity and inclusion and to create the future we need talent from various backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to successfully participate in the job application, interview process, and in potential roles. to perform crucial job functions.

That’s why we’re committed to creating a workforce where all individuals can do their best work. It’s when everyone’s voice is heard and valued that we’re inspired to go beyond what’s been done before.

Oracle is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer*. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oracle will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law.

* Which includes being a United States Affirmative Action Employer