SQL Database Developer

Job Overview

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 14,000+, and has 55 offices in 20 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

The SQL Database Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining SQL databases and related applications. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, including expertise in database design, T-SQL, stored procedures, and performance tuning, as well as a solid understanding of business processes and requirements.

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 New York, NY is $120k – $130k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and implement SQL database systems, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end. Develop high-quality database solutions, including complex stored procedures, functions, tables, views, and queries. Analyze existing SQL queries for performance improvements and optimize them for maximum efficiency. Collaborate with software developers and system analysts to understand and integrate business processes with database applications. Troubleshoot and resolve database integrity issues, performance issues, blocking and deadlocking issues, replication issues, log shipping issues, connectivity issues, security issues, etc. Develop procedures and scripts for data migration. Prepare documentations and specifications including database design and coding standards. Conduct database troubleshooting and maintenance operations. Perform tests and evaluations regularly to ensure data security, privacy, and integrity. Monitor database performance, implement changes, and apply new patches and versions when required. Ensure all database programs meet the company and performance requirements. Assist in developing database architectures, coding standards, and quality assurance policies and procedures. Participate in the creation of data models and database designs that support business processes.

Requirements:

You are:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Proven work experience as a SQL Database Developer or similar role. Strong proficiency with SQL and its variation among popular databases. Experience with some of the modern relational databases. Skilled at optimizing large, complicated SQL statements. Knowledge of best practices when dealing with relational databases. Capable of configuring and maintaining database servers and processes. Experience with Data Warehouse design and concepts. Familiarity with tools that can aid with profiling server resource usage and optimizing it. Proficient understanding of code versioning tools such as Git. Strong analytical and organizational skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

It would be great if you also had:

Certification as a SQL Database Administrator. Knowledge of software development and user interface web applications. Hands-on experience with cloud services (AWS, Microsoft Azure) and database as a service. Familiarity with the .NET framework, SQL Server, and design/architectural patterns.

We can offer you:

A highly competitive compensation and benefits packageA multinational organization with 55 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroadLaptop and a mobile phone10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)Maternity & Paternity leave plansA comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)Retirement savings plansA higher education certification policyCommuter 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) groupsCutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firmsA flat and approachable organizationA truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

S YNECHRON’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.

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