SQL Engineer

Synechron; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Synechron in Sydney is seeking a skilled SQL Engineer to design, develop, and optimize database solutions across SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL and PostgreSQL. You will build complex queries, ETL pipelines, and reporting dashboards to support enterprise data needs.

Hybrid role: 3 days on site in Sydney, 6-month contract with Australian working rights. Strong hands-on experience with SSIS and SSRS is preferred, along with excellent communication and collaboration with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL and exposure to PostgreSQL.
• Design, develop, and optimize complex SQL queries and views.
• Develop ETL pipelines and reporting solutions for enterprise data.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain database solutions using SQL Server, Oracle, and MySQL.
• Create, optimize, and troubleshoot complex SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and views.
• Develop and manage ETL processes using SSIS.
• Build and maintain reports and dashboards using SSRS.
• Perform database administration tasks, including monitoring, maintenance, backup, and performance tuning.
• Support data extraction, transformation, validation, and reporting requirements.
• Analyze and optimize database performance to ensure high availability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand reporting and data requirements.
• Ensure data quality, security, and compliance with organizational standards.

Skills

SQL Server

Oracle Database

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Advanced SQL

SSIS

SSRS

Database design

Performance tuning

ETL processes

Data extraction

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

SSIS

SSRS

Job description

We are looking for a skilled SQL Engineer with strong expertise in database development, administration, and reporting solutions. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, and exposure to PostgreSQL. The role involves developing complex SQL queries, optimizing database performance, building reports and dashboards, and supporting enterprise data reporting and integration requirements.

• Sydney
• Contract - 6 months
• Hybrid - 3 days WFO
• Full Australian Working Rights

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain database solutions using SQL Server, Oracle, and MySQL.
• Create, optimize, and troubleshoot complex SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and views.
• Develop and manage ETL processes using SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
• Build and maintain reports and dashboards using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS).
• Perform database administration tasks, including monitoring, maintenance, backup, and performance tuning.
• Support data extraction, transformation, validation, and reporting requirements.
• Analyze and optimize database performance to ensure high availability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand reporting and data requirements.
• Ensure data quality, security, and compliance with organizational standards.

Required Skills

• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server
• Hands-on experience with Oracle Database
• Experience with MySQL
• Exposure to PostgreSQL (preferred)
• Expertise in Advanced SQL Querying and Performance Optimization
• Experience with SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services)
• Experience with SSRS (SQL Server Reporting Services)
• Strong understanding of database design, indexing, and performance tuning
• Experience in data extraction, transformation, and reporting solutions
• Ability to develop reports, dashboards, and business data insights

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of database migration and modernization projects
• Experience working with data warehousing concepts
• Familiarity with cloud-based database platforms
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Nice to Have: Experience supporting enterprise reporting platforms, database optimization initiatives, and large-scale data integration projects across multiple database technologies.