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Our client, a company that provides various HR Solutions and software, is looking for a Database Developer.

The Database Developer will create and maintain database structures, ensure that data is stored efficiently, and write and test database code, including SQL queries, procedures, and functions. Create best practice reporting structures and apply data warehousing frameworks. As a Database Developer, you will be responsible for participating in product development, from ideation to deployment and beyond. You will work on ground‑breaking product features, issues, and improvements that are critical to the success of your customers, and you will need to collaborate with the broader company to maintain and help optimize existing systems.

• Bachelor's degree in IT or related field
• Exposure to working in an Agile methodology
• Microsoft certifications in SQL Server or Azure SQL database (preferred)

• 7+ years in MS SQL development
• Proficient with data modelling, data warehousing, and building ETL pipelines
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills
• Batch environment experience (advantageous)
• Essential experience required in TSQL, SSIS, SSAS, SSRS

• Database design and data analytical patterns
• Assisting in incident resolution
• Creating performative code that meets SQL best practices
• Planning, estimation, and delivery
• Perform code reviews and peer reviews
• Understand complex structures without the need for detailed documentation
• Provide solutions to third‑party integrations using data
• Create concise technical specifications and detailed unit testing
• Integrate into API layer with Java / Spring

• Propensity to Own: taking ownership and stepping up to challenges
• To Simplify: breaking complex scenarios into manageable tasks
• Resilience: overcoming challenges and completing tasks despite difficulties
• Frustration Handling: dealing with obstructions effectivelySelf‑Confidence: acting with conviction and trusting one's abilities
• Conceptual Application: strong application of conceptual abilities
• Task Efficiency: effectiveness in completing job tasks
• Attitude: involved and assertive when necessary

• Critical thinker and good problem‑solver
• Team player
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to work within tight deadlines

Reports to Delivery Lead.

• Delivery Leads
• Business Analysts
• Quality Assurance
• Project Manager
• Product Owners
• Other Developers

In keeping with our client's employment equity requirements, only South African citizens will be considered.

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