SQL Developer

 

SQL developers form an integral part of database management across various industries. If you are looking for day-to-day tasks that allow you to manipulate and transform data in its most basic form, then pursuing a SQL career should be interesting to you.

What is a SQL Developer?

A SQL (pronounced as “ess-cue-el”) developer is someone who analyses and designs applications that interface with the database computer language SQL (Structured Query Language).

While specific duties may vary, the main requirement of an SQL developer is to create, update and improve a database to suit a business’ needs. These databases are then checked to establish their reliability to run on systems. They are also required to write and test code within a database.

 

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SQL Developer Job Description

SQL Developer Job Overview

SQL developers who have SSIS & SSRS experience are highly considered. Recruiters and companies hiring often look for candidates who have a background in SQL, ETL processes and Data warehouse framework business analysis. This role is to enhance a business’ intelligence system to help them make better decisions.

Responsibilities of a SQL Developer

• Design, develop and maintain SQL applications/ETL, databases, reports and programmes
• Create, document and implement test plans
• Set up and maintain automated SQL scheduled tasks
• Investigate and provide support to the business regarding all data related issues
• Designing, building, and maintaining efficient, reusable, and reliable code
• Set up automated processes, when required, for handover to the Deployment team
• Document current or new processes
• Ensure the best possible performance and maintain the quality and responsiveness of applications
• Perform data analysis – write relational and multi-dimensional database queries
• Handle escalations from the business

SQL Developer Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in IT
• ITIL Foundation Certificate
• MS SQL Certifications beneficial
• Excellent knowledge of database architecture and design
• Excellent MS SQL DB & T-SQL knowledge is essential
• Knowledge of SSIS, SSRS and data warehousing 

Skills

• Minimum 3 years experience in SQL development
• Must have experience with SQL queries, stored procedures, functions and triggers
• Experience in data warehousing and analytics

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SQL Administrator / SQL Developer
Location: Somerset West
Salary:
My client,  a highly successful corporate commodity trading company has a vacancy for an sql Administrator / sql developer to join their team. The successful candidate must have a relevant Degree / National Diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering or MCITP coupled with 2+ years of sql DBA & sql Development experience.
8 days ago


SQL / Solutions Developer
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Salary: NEG
Software Development company that develops software for the insurance industry. They are a medium size company that enjoys to work and play hard. They have been around for over 20 years and they have an international footprint in London as well as Africa. 
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SQL Administrator / Developer
Location: Somerset West
Salary:
Our client is seeking to appoint a skilled and detail-oriented sql Administrator / developer to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for administering and maintaining Microsoft sql Server environments, developing and optimizing sql solutions, troubleshooting system issues, and supporting internal reporting and data requirements. This role is ideal for a technically...
21 days ago


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Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Market Related
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