Database Developer
Our client, a company that provides various HR Solutions and software, is looking for a Database Developer . The Database Developer will create and maintain database structures, ensure that data is stored efficiently, and write and test database code, including SQL (Structured Query Language) queries, procedures, and functions. You will 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 groundbreaking product features, issues, and improvements that are critical to the success of your customers, and you will need to collaborate with the broader company to maintain and 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 modeling, 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 the 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.
- To simplify: A strong tendency in breaking complex scenarios down to linear challenges that can easily be resolved.
- Resilience: The habit of overcoming challenges despite difficulties experienced.
- Frustration handling: A strong habit in dealing with obstructing sources/interferences positively.
- Self-confidence: A strong habit of acting with conviction and trusting own abilities.
- Conceptual application: This job requires a very strong application of an individual's conceptual abilities.
- Task efficiency: The effectiveness in doing a job.
- Attitude: Involved and unaggressive/kind, with assertive involvement when necessary.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
- Critical thinker and good problem-solver
- Team player
- Ability to prioritize and meet 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.
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