Our challenge

We are seeking a skilled SQL Database Developer with additional experience as an Application DBA to join our IT team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and managing SQL databases while also overseeing the integration and functioning of these databases within our application environment. This dual role requires a strong technical foundation in database structure, configuration, and tuning, as well as the ability to manage databases to support our application development.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop database structures, stored procedures, views, and functions to support application development projects.
• Perform database administration tasks including installation, configuration, upgrades, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Work closely with application developers to integrate SQL databases with existing and new applications, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Implement and maintain database security measures, including access controls and encryption, to safeguard against unauthorized access or data breaches.
• Conduct regular database maintenance tasks such as backups, restores, and integrity checks to ensure data accuracy and availability.
• Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and apply fine-tuning adjustments to SQL queries and indices for enhanced efficiency.
• Assist in capacity planning, SQL server layout, and configuration to support business scalability requirements.
• Develop and enforce database development standards and best practices to ensure quality and consistency across the database environment.
• Provide support and guidance during the application release cycle, including deployment and post-deployment activities.
• Document the database environment and maintain up-to-date records of all the databases, including schema diagrams, system configurations, and backup schedules.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Strong experience in SQL database development using T-SQL , including writing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and optimization techniques.
• Solid experience as an Application DBA, with hands-on experience in database administration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting in a production environment.
• Familiarity with SQL Server high availability and disaster recovery solutions such as clustering, log shipping, mirroring, or replication.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams.

We can offer you

A highly competitive compensation and benefits package

A multinational organisation with 48 offices in 19 countries and the possibility to work abroad

Laptop and a mobile phone

10 days of paid annual leave (plus national holidays)

Maternity & Paternity leave plans

A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)

Retirement savings plans

A higher education certification policy

Commuter benefits (varies by region)

Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development

On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses

Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups

Cutting edge projects at the world s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms

A flat and approachable organization

A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

SYNECHRON S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.