Understanding the critical importance of the right Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is essential for modern businesses. These systems form the backbone of operations, integrating essential functions like finance, human resources, supply chain, and customer relationship management. However, the complexity of ERP systems demands the expertise of skilled technology professionals for continuous updates, implementations, and enhancements. Our latest jobs report takes a comprehensive look at Oracle, one of the leading ERP providers, focusing on its recent product innovations, security advancements, financial performance, and current hiring trends in the job market.

Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications Suite

Oracle has continued to enhance its Fusion Cloud Applications Suite through its quarterly updates. These updates introduce AI-powered capabilities across various modules such as ERP, HCM, SCM, and CX. Notably, the “24D roadmaps,” released in November 2024, outline future enhancements designed to improve usability and functionality for Oracle’s clients (Oracle Blogs).

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)

Significant advancements in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure include:

• Kubernetes v1.31.1 Support: this release focuses on Kubernetes, including networking, security, storage, and hardware management (Medium).
• Improved Database Integration: Enhanced integration with Oracle Database unified audit trail.
• AI Advancements: OCI now supports Meta’s Llama 3.2 vision models, which bolster Oracle Generative AI services (Oracle Docs).

Security and Compliance

Oracle prioritizes robust security measures through its quarterly Critical Patch Updates. The October 2024 CPU addressed key vulnerabilities in Oracle Database Server, Oracle Application Express, and other Oracle products, ensuring higher levels of security for its global client base (Oracle).

Financial Performance

Fiscal 2025 Q1 Results: Oracle reported a strong start to Fiscal Year 2025, with a 7% year-over-year increase in quarterly revenues to $13.3 billion. Cloud services revenue surged 21%, reflecting Oracle’s continued focus on expanding its cloud-based offerings (Oracle).

Fiscal 2024 Q4 and Full-Year Results: Fiscal 2024 saw a 3% year-over-year increase in Q4 revenues, totaling $14.3 billion. Total fiscal-year revenues reached $53.0 billion, a 6% increase from 2023, further cementing Oracle’s growth trajectory (Oracle).

Contract vs. Permanent Positions

• Contract Roles Dominate: 97% of Oracle-related positions over the past year were contract-based.
• Permanent Positions: Only 3% of roles were permanent, highlighting the dynamic and project-based nature of Oracle job opportunities.

Remote Work Trends

• Remote Jobs Lead: 88% of Oracle-related roles are remote, with just 12% requiring in-office presence, reflecting continued flexibility in work arrangements.

Top 5 Oracle Jobs in Demand

1. PeopleSoft Developer
2. Oracle Payroll Functional Specialist
3. Oracle OIC Developer
4. Oracle HCM Integration Developer
5. Oracle EBS Developer

“The demand for Oracle professionals continues to grow as businesses rely on these cutting-edge ERP solutions to streamline operations and stay competitive. At Planet Technology, we specialize in connecting top-tier talent with opportunities that drive innovation and success in this dynamic space.”

– Christine Belmonte, President of Planet Technology

About Planet Technology

Planet Technology, part of The Planet Group, is an award-winning technology search and staffing firm. Our Enterprise Systems practice has the technology experts for your projects, including EHR, ERP, Workday, SAP, Oracle, Big Data, Advanced Analytics, Cloud, and LIMS. We help systems integrators and end users find the right people for the right projects – every time. We recruit full Enterprise teams to help companies upgrade systems or expedite projects. Whether you are hiring for a specific role or need a team to accomplish a project, Planet Technology is your single source solution to fulfill your Enterprise System talent needs.

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