SQL Developer

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning professional services firm seeks a SQL Database Developer to design and maintain secure databases. This hybrid role involves working with SQL Server and Azure SQL, focusing on performance, security, and collaboration with teams to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Database Developer or DBA.
• Expertise in SQL Server & Azure SQL, including database design and optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement efficient database structures for new and existing applications.
• Develop and maintain T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions for performance improvements.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise databases for reliability and scalability.

Skills

SQL

T-SQL

Database Development

Performance Tuning

Data Security

Education

Microsoft certifications

Tools

Azure SQL

SQL Server

Azure Data Services

Git

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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.