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We are
At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.
Our challenge
We are seeking a skilled SQL Server Developer with extensive experience in database upgrades and cloud migration to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SQL Server development, expertise in upgrading database versions, and hands-on experience with AWS cloud services to support our cloud migration initiatives and ongoing database management.
Additional Information*
The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors.
In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Piscataway, NJ is $110K-$120K/year & benefits (see below).
The Role
Responsibilities:
- Develop, maintain, and optimize SQL Server databases ensuring high availability and performance.
- Lead and execute database upgrade projects from older versions of SQL Server to newer releases, ensuring minimal downtime and data integrity.
- Migrate existing on-premises SQL Server databases to AWS cloud environments, such as Amazon RDS, Aurora, or EC2-based solutions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design effective database schemas, stored procedures, scripts, and queries.
- Implement and monitor database security, backup & recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
- Perform performance tuning, query optimization, and index management.
- Develop automation scripts and processes for deployment, backup, and maintenance tasks.
- Document database architecture, procedures, and standards.
- Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues promptly.
- Provide technical guidance on best practices for cloud-based database architecture and migration.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Proven experience as a SQL Server Developer with 10+ years working on SQL Server versions 2012, 2016, 2019, or later.
- Hands-on experience with database upgrades, including planning, testing, and executing upgrades.
- Strong knowledge of AWS cloud services relevant to database hosting and migration (Amazon RDS, Aurora, EC2, S3).
- Experience with database migration tools and techniques.
- Proficiency in T-SQL, stored procedures, functions, and ETL processes.
- Familiarity with AWS CLI, CloudFormation, or other automation tools is a plus.
- Understanding of security best practices in cloud environments.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Preferred, but not required:
- Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Database Specialty.
- Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines related to database deployment.
- Knowledge of other cloud platforms (Azure, Google Cloud Platform) is a plus.
We offer:
- A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
- A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
- 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
- Maternity & paternity leave plans.
- A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
- Retirement savings plans.
- A higher education certification policy.
- Commuter benefits (varies by region).
- Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
- On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
- Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
- Cutting edge projects at the world s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
- A flat and approachable organization.
- A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.
SYNECHRON S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT:
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.
All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.