Database / SQL Developer (CH988)

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Our client, a company that provide various HR Solutions and software is looking for a Database Developer. The Database developer will create and maintain database structures, make sure that data is stored efficiently, and write and test database code, including SQL (Structured Query Language) queries, procedures, and functions. Create best practice reporting structures and apply data warehousing frameworks.

As a Database Developer, you will be responsible for participating in product development, from ideation to deployment and beyond. You will work on ground-breaking product features, issues, and improvements that are critical to the success of your customers, and you will need to work with the broader company to maintain and help optimize existing systems.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A bachelor’s degree in IT or related field
• Exposure to working in an Agile methodology
• Microsoft certifications in SQL Server or Azure SQL database (preferred)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 7+ years in MS SQL development.
• Proficient with data modelling, data warehousing, and building ETL pipelines.
• Strong Problem Solving and Communication Skills.
• Batch environment experience (advantageous)
• Essential experience required in TSQL, SSIS, SSAS, SSRS

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Database design and data analytical patterns.
• Assisting in incident resolution.
• Creating performative code that meets SQL best practices.
• Planning, estimation, and delivery.
• Ability to perform code reviews and peer reviews.
• Ability to understand complex structures without the need for detailed documentation.
• Providing solutions to third party integrations using data.
• Create concise technical specifications and detailed unit testing.
• Ability to integrate into API layer with Java/Spring.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Propensity To Own: The habit of taking ownership of a task. When faced with a challenge, the individual steps up to such a challenge by working towards a positive outcome as a result of self working on the activities.
• To Simplify: A strong tendency in breaking complex scenarios down to linear challenges that can easily be resolved. It can also be described as the habit of taking the easy route towards solving complex challenges.
• Resilience: The habit of overcoming challenges despite difficulties experienced. Stick with the task and finish it, even if serious set-backs have to be faced. The person needs to complete the task and have the habit of doing whatever is necessary to finish.
• Frustration Handling: Frustration occurs when the individual is obstructed from reaching his/her goal. A strong habit in dealing with obstructing sources/interferences in such a way that positive actions towards successful results are taken is required.
• Self-Confidence: A strong habit of acting with conviction and staying with a decision that has been made; trusting own abilities, qualities and judgement.
• Conceptual Application: This job requires a very strong application of an individual's conceptual abilities.
• Task Efficiency: The effectiveness in doing a job: Strong.
• Attitude: Involved and unaggressive/kind. When pushed to the point of radical behavior to overcome challenges, an attitude of assertive involvement is necessary.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Excellent communication skills
• Critical thinker and good problem-solver
• Team Player
• Ability to prioritize and keep to committed deadlines
• Ability to work within tight deadlines

REPORTING

• Reports to Delivery Lead
• Works closely with:
  • Delivery Leads
  • Business Analysts
  • Quality Assurance
  • Project Manager
  • Product Owners
  • Other Developers

General:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us after 30 days you may consider your application unsuccessful
• In keeping with our client’s employment equity requirements, only South African citizens will be considered.
• Please include your current salary and salary expectations.