Senior SQL Developer

Overview

On Site
Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

Extract
Transform
Load
Problem Solving
Database Security
Data Integrity
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft SSIS
SQL
Query Optimization
SQL Tuning
SQL Azure

Job Details

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers, views, and functions.

  • Perform advanced SQL performance tuning and query optimization across large datasets.

  • Work with business analysts and application teams to understand requirements and translate them into scalable database solutions.

  • Develop and maintain data models, schemas, and database architecture.

  • Build and maintain ETL pipelines using SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) or other ETL tools.

  • Analyze existing SQL code for improvements, debugging, and refactoring.

  • Execute data migration, transformation, and integration activities.

  • Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure data integrity and accuracy.

  • Implement best practices for database security, backup, recovery, and indexing.

  • Collaborate with application developers for database design and code reviews.

  • Prepare technical documentation and ensure adherence to coding standards.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of hands-on experience as a SQL Developer.

  • Strong expertise in SQL Server, T-SQL, stored procedures, triggers, and advanced SQL functionality.

  • Experience with query tuning, indexing strategies, and database optimization.

  • Solid understanding of data modeling (OLTP/OLAP).

  • Strong experience with SSIS, ETL workflows, and data integration.

  • Experience in working with large-volume datasets and complex relational databases.

  • Familiarity with Azure SQL, AWS RDS, or other cloud SQL environments (added advantage).

  • Good understanding of version control tools like Git.

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

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