Sql Developer

Role & responsibilities

Preferred Overview

The aim of the Database Developer is to work within a team of developers in the delivery of current and emerging business requirements. You will bring your knowledge, expertise and work ethic in the fast paced environment using Agile/Scrum methodology. This is a hands-on role requiring in-depth knowledge in SQL Server development, project experience and project life cycle.
Specific emphasis will be on:

• Solution Development
• SQL Server Database technology
• Effective team & communication skills

Key Accountabilities and main responsibilities

• To strive for continuous improvement of both technical and business knowledge
• To assist with the development of new team standards, methodologies and processes to increase both the quality and efficiency of the development work 
• Responsibility to develop quick to market, high quality IT solutions within an agile environment
• This will require full project exposure from start up to completion
• Extremely adaptable and quick to pick up new business concepts within a unique business environment
• Engage proactively with stakeholders and other cross-functional team members in the development of IT solutions
• Work within a team of developers assisting in:
• time estimates
• task allocations
• problem solving
• Provision of regular feedback, mentoring, coaching and assistance to the teams development needs
• Ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements
• Support Link Group assurance programs that deliver effective risk management and compliance practices

Experience & Personal Attributes

• Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology
• 2+ years development experience with Microsoft SQL Server stack
• Strong knowledge of T-SQL
• Integration Services, Reporting Services
• Working experience ETL principals and techniques
• A good understanding of data modelling and database schema design principals
• Data normalization
• Knowledge of database optimization techniques
• Exceptional analytical skills in order to analyse and interpret business needs, and to provide constructive input into the development and technology solutions
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodology
• Visual Studio Team Systems Database Edition; SSDT
• Team Foundation Server
• Exposure to cloud technologies, e.g. Microsoft Azure, AWS
• Superannuation knowledge (preferably aaspire, Empirics Data Platform)
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop effective inter-departmental and organisational relationships
• Sound organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise conflicting tasks in order to meet strict deadlines
• Self-motivated with a strong team spirit. Strong work ethic