Junior Application and SQL Developer

SGS & Co; Muntinlupa; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS & Co in the Philippines is seeking a data-focused SQL developer to maintain, enhance and operate the site's internally developed application, delivering reliable data extraction, processing and reporting solutions that align with user requirements and quality standards.

You will write and optimize SQL queries, develop Perl scripts for data processing, contribute to CSV validation activities, and apply ALCOA+ and 21 CFR/EU GMP-like controls where applicable, while documenting changes and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, bioinformatics or related discipline.
• 2+ years in SQL development and scripting.
• Experience with CSV validation is an advantage.
• Affinity with regulated environments (GxP, quality systems) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, enhance and operate the site's internally developed application.
• Write, test, and optimize SQL queries, views, and stored procedures.
• Develop Perl scripts for data processing and automation.
• Investigate and resolve data issues and perform data quality checks.
• Support CSV activities across the system lifecycle (IQ/OQ/PQ/UAT).
• Ensure compliance with data integrity requirements (ALCOA+ and 21 CFR Part 11 / EU GMP Annex 11).
• Document changes with technical documentation and SOP inputs.
• Follow change and version control practices and comply with SGS policies.
• Assist in training and personal/professional development.

Skills

SQL development

Perl scripting

Python

Excel advanced

Data analysis

English communication

Autonomous work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

SQL Server

Excel

Office tools

Job description

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the maintenance, enhancement and daily operation of the site's internally developed application
• through SQL queries, database programming and scripting.
• Understand requirements and deliver data extraction, processing and reporting solutions.
• Contribute to Computer System Validation (CSV) activities, ensuring the application and its data remain compliant with GxP and data integrity requirements.

Specific Responsibilities

• Write, test and optimize SQL queries, views, stored procedures and functions supporting application features, data requests and reports.
• Develop and maintain Perl (or similar) scripts for data processing, automation of recurring tasks and data imports/exports from flat files and Excel.
• Investigate and resolve application and data issues reported by users; document root cause and corrective actions.
• Perform data quality checks and reconciliations; support data corrections and migrations under change control.
• Support CSV activities across the system lifecycle: draft and execute test scripts (IQ/OQ/PQ, UAT), record test evidence, log deviations and maintain traceability matrices.
• Apply data integrity principles (ALCOA+) and 21 CFR Part 11 / EU GMP Annex 11 requirements for audit trails, electronic records and access controls.
• Follow change and version control practices; prepare and maintain technical documentation (data models, specifications, change records, user guides, SOP inputs).
• At all times, complies with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct. Remains familiar with SGS quality assurance procedures. Complies to all SGS QHSE and HR policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned either in support of departmental goals or for his/her personal or professional training, education or development as programmed by his/her immediate superior.

Qualifications

Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Bioinformatics or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in SQL development and/or scripting and programming.
• Experience with or strong interest in Computer System Validation (CSV) is an advantage.
• Affinity with regulated environments (GxP, quality systems) is considered an asset.

Skills

Required:

• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• SQL (Microsoft SQL Server or equivalent RDBMS): joins, aggregations, views, stored procedures.
• Perl or similar language (e.g., Python Delphi, VBS, C#, Java).
• Microsoft Excel (advanced) and Office tools.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, critical thinking.
• Well organized, stress-resistant, and able to work autonomously.