SQL Developer

Digital Waffle; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning professional services firm is seeking a detail-oriented SQL Database Developer to design and maintain scalable databases. This role offers the chance to work with both on-premises SQL Server and Azure SQL, focusing on performance optimization and security. Join a people-first culture that values technical challenge and career growth. If you're ready to make an impact in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Database Developer or DBA.
• Strong T-SQL skills for queries and stored procedures.
• Expertise in SQL Server and Azure SQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement efficient database structures.
• Monitor and optimize databases for reliability.
• Collaborate with teams to align database solutions.

Skills

SQL Server

T-SQL

Azure SQL

Database Administration

Performance Tuning

Data Security

DevOps

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure Data Services

Git

Job description

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Co-Founder @ Digital Waffle - The go-to partner when scaling your team within Tech, Digital, Marketing & Data - without the usual bullsh*t.

An award-winning professional services firm is looking for a SQL Database Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable and secure databases that power business operations and legal systems. This is a key role within the technology team, working with both on-premises SQL Server and Azure SQL databases to optimise performance, security, and reliability.

Location = onsite in Guildford 3 days per week - Hybrid

Responsibilities

• Database Development – Design and implement efficient database structures for new and existing applications.
• SQL Optimisation – Develop and maintain T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and triggers for performance improvements.
• Database Administration – Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise databases for reliability and scalability.
• Performance Tuning – Implement indexing, query optimisation, and resource management.
• Security & Compliance – Manage user permissions, encryption, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaboration – Work with developers, data engineers, and business teams to align database solutions with business needs.

What You’ll Need

• Proven experience as a Database Developer or DBA.
• Expertise in SQL Server & Azure SQL, including database design and optimisation.
• Strong T-SQL skills (queries, stored procedures, functions).
• Experience with performance tuning, backup strategies, and high availability.
• Knowledge of data security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with Azure Data Services (Data Factory, Storage).
• Understanding of DevOps, version control (Git), and automation.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of ETL, data warehousing, and PowerShell scripting.
• Microsoft certifications (Azure Database Administrator, SQL Server).

If you're a detail-oriented Database Developer looking for a role that offers technical challenge, career growth, and a people-first culture, apply today or message me for more details.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Industries

  Software Development, Information Services, and Data Infrastructure and Analytics

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