Database Developer (SQL Server/Couchbase)

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Database Developer (SQL Server/Couchbase) for a contract assignment with one of our premier Healthcare services clients in Carrollton, TX.

Responsibilities :
Under general direction of the Director of Applications Development or other management level associate, responsible for the development, installation, and maintenance of systems software.

• Designs, develops, and implements complex SQL Server databases and solutions to meet business requirements.
• Implements best practices for database schema design, normalization, denormalization, and data partitioning where necessary.
• Writes and optimizes T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and triggers for efficient data retrieval and manipulation.
• Analyzes database performance metrics and query execution plans to optimize database performance.
• Implements indexing strategies, query optimization techniques, and caching mechanisms to enhance database performance.
• Designs and develops Couchbase data models, document structures, and indexes to support efficient data storage and retrieval.
• Implements N1QL queries, views, and indexes to optimize data access and manipulation in Couchbase databases.
• Develops and maintains application design, program specification documents, and proprietary applications.
• Interacts with user management regarding project status and user requirements to promote an environment with improved productivity and satisfaction.
• Provides technical leadership and training for less experienced team members.
• Acts as a high-level technical consultant.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Bachelors degree or related experience.
• 5 plus years of development experience.
• Requires some training in fields such as business administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four year Bachelor's Degree program, technical vocational training, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Normally requires a minimum of eight (8) years directly related and progressively responsible experience with at least three (5) years in a development role.
• Extensive experience in SQL Server required.
• Thorough understanding of Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) process
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and conceptual skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize work load and consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to use good judgment in conveying project status and problem escalation
• Strong organizational skills; attention to detail.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate.

Preferred Skills:

• Couchbase and .NET a plus.
• Prior healthcare industry experience/knowledge preferred.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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