SQL Developer

multiSEARCH Recruitment; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

multiSEARCH Recruitment in Pretoria seeks a SQL Developer to develop and maintain SQL queries, triggers, and database objects. This permanent role requires deep knowledge of SQL Server and experience in a software development environment.

The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience, a relevant qualification, and the ability to work well in a team, providing guidance to junior developers while ensuring database integrity and performance.

Qualifications

• At least 5-10 years as a SQL developer in a software development environment.
• Ability to work in a team and provide mentorship.
• Good understanding of the SDLC process.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain SQL queries and database objects.
• Troubleshoot SQL objects and resolve database-related issues.
• Support application performance using SQL profiling.

Skills

SQL development

Database design

Query optimisation

XML manipulation

Front-end languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

Cloud services (Azure, AWS)

Troubleshooting

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology or related field

Tools

SQL Server Management Studio

SQL profiler

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain SQL queries, stored procedures, triggers and database objects.
• Contribute to database design and relational architecture for new and existing systems.
• Develop new / modify existing SQL objects based on business requirements.
• Troubleshoot SQL objects and resolve database‑related issues.
• Support application performance troubleshooting using SQL profiling and query optimisation.
• Service business requests, including data extraction and process changes.
• Collaborate with Business Analysts to understand requirements and data sources.
• Participate in all phases of the SDLC, including development, testing and deployment.
• Investigate and resolve production issues and support database environments.
• Develop and test ETL processes.
• Monitor and maintain database performance, security, and integrity.
• Contribute to team standards and, where applicable, mentor junior developers.

Closing date: 25th of June 2026

Vacancy type: Permanent

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology or Computer/Engineering/Mathematical Sciences and/or Matric with at least 5-10 years relevant experience as a SQL developer as part of a team in a software development environment.
• Relevant Microsoft Certification (SQL developer/Azure) will be beneficial.
• 5-10 years relevant experience as a SQL developer as part of a team in a software development environment, including the role of leading Developer within a team.
• Ability to work in a team environment: Follow mentorship/provide team leader mentorship, collaborate on a common (UML) design model.
• A good understanding of the SDLC process, tools and techniques specifically as applied to software development methodology.
• Experience working with security‑sensitive data. (beneficial)

Skills and Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of security vulnerabilities and working impact on solutions.
• Experience of the following in Microsoft SQL Server:
• Understanding of SQL Server Administration
• SQL OLTP development
• SQL Query optimisation
• SQL Query analysis
• Database object design
• Database design principles
• XML and JSON structures (beneficial)
• Good XML manipulation skills in XQuery. (beneficial)
• Basic understanding of front‑end languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript (Beneficial)
• Ability to deliver production quality software by e.g. paying attention to detail, doing extensive unit testing and supporting quality testing phases.
• Knowledge and experience of the following toolsets:
• SQL Server Management Studio 2012 upwards
• SQL profiler
• Some knowledge of cloud services like Azure, AWS (Beneficial)
• Solid understanding of data integrity and security best practices.
• Hands‑on experience in Exception Handling and Troubleshooting.
• Troubleshooting slow‑running queries, Profiling Performance Issues.
• Ability to stay within the scope, timelines and constraints of the project and, if not possible, to raise/negotiate alternatives.

Personal Profile

• Self‑starter and highly self‑motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to drive tasks and initiatives to completion.
• Resilient and emotionally mature, able to receive feedback constructively and not easily offended, maintaining professionalism in all interactions.
• Calm and composed under pressure, with the ability to work effectively in high‑stress environments while delivering consistent results.
• Strong team player, with experience collaborating across cross‑functional teams; prior experience in leading or mentoring development teams is advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities suited to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• High attention to detail, with a strong commitment to producing clean, maintainable, and high‑quality code.
• Proven ability to conduct root cause analysis in complex, integrated environments, especially under severe operational pressures.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Lifelong learner, committed to ongoing professional development and staying current with evolving technologies and best practices.