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Senior Sql Developer

Pollock & Associates

Johannesburg

On-site

ZAR 600 000 - 800 000

Full time

30 days ago

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Johannesburg seeks a Senior SQL Developer with over 8 years of experience. The role demands expertise in T-SQL, relational database design, and performance tuning. Responsibilities include developing and optimising SQL Server components, delivering advanced data analysis, and ensuring database performance and integrity. Join a fast-paced and collaborative IT team to drive impactful solutions.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 8–10 years’ SQL development experience with proven senior-level capability.
  • Strong T-SQL mastery and expertise in relational database design.
  • Demonstrated end-to-end development exposure.

Responsibilities

  • Architect, develop, and optimise SQL Server stored procedures and queries.
  • Deliver advanced data analysis and reporting to support operational needs.
  • Ensure database performance and integrity through indexing.

Skills

T-SQL mastery
Relational database design
Performance tuning
Data analysis

Tools

SSRS
Excel (including VBA)
Job description
Overview

Job title: Senior SQL Developer

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: October 26, 2025

The environment is fast-paced, high-demand, and technology-driven, offering the opportunity to work with modern tools and a collaborative IT team of professionals.

Qualifications & Experience
  • Minimum 8–10 years’ SQL development experience with proven senior-level capability.
  • Strong T-SQL mastery with expertise in relational database design, optimisation, and performance tuning.
  • Demonstrated end-to-end development exposure beyond siloed environments.
  • Working knowledge of SSRS, Excel (including VBA), and query optimisation techniques.
  • Evidence of long-term career stability and progression in prior roles.
Key Responsibilities
  • Architect, develop, and optimise SQL Server stored procedures, views, triggers, and queries for high-volume transactional systems.
  • Deliver advanced data analysis and reporting (SSRS, Excel, VBA) to support operational and management requirements.
  • Ensure database performance, integrity, and scalability through indexing, constraints, and relational design.
  • Apply end-to-end development expertise, understanding system-wide data flow and interactions.
  • Manage large datasets in live production environments, balancing performance and operational continuity.
  • Diagnose and resolve technical issues logically and efficiently, supporting business-critical systems.
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