SQL Developer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

ITE007158/DEP

Date posted:

Friday, September 26, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

TBC Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you a SQL expert passionate about building high-performing databases that drive business-critical decisions? This is your chance to design and optimize enterprise-level database solutions while working with cutting-edge technologies and a collaborative team.

POSITION INFO:
Company and Job Description:
We are looking for a seasoned SQL Developer to join a dynamic IT environment where data fuels strategic decision-making. In this role, you’ll take ownership of designing, developing, and optimizing SQL queries, stored procedures, and database solutions that support business-critical applications. You’ll also play a key role in performance tuning, data integration, and delivering meaningful insights through reporting.
This opportunity offers exposure to large-scale projects, data warehousing, and cloud technologies while working alongside analysts, developers, and senior leadership. If you thrive on solving complex data challenges and want to be part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and database objects.
Optimize database performance through indexing, query tuning, and schema refinement.
Build and maintain ETL processes to support data integration and reporting.
Collaborate with business and technical teams to translate requirements into database solutions.
Ensure database security, backup, and disaster recovery readiness.
Provide documentation, support, and guidance to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (Microsoft SQL certifications advantageous).
Experience: 5+ years in SQL development and relational databases (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL).
Skills:
- Advanced T-SQL or PL/SQL programming and query optimization.
- ETL development experience (SSIS, Talend, Informatica beneficial).
- Strong knowledge of data warehousing, dimensional modeling, and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, SSRS).
- Familiarity with Git and Agile methodologies.
- Exposure to cloud-based services like Azure SQL or AWS RDS is a plus.

Why Apply?

This role offers you the opportunity to work on high-impact database projects, enhance your skills with cloud and BI technologies, and collaborate with business leaders to shape data-driven strategy. If you’re looking for a role that combines technical expertise with real business impact—this is it!

Apply now!

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If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

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