Senior SQL Developer
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Full job description
Who we are:
Inwards Inc. is a custom software development firm based in Mississauga. Inwards delivers innovative, custom business and technology solutions to our corporate and government clients, on time, on budget. Every time. Our propriety delivery process has a proven track record across the globe on projects of all sizes. Having just celebrated 20 years strong, we are thrilled to be an employee centric and diverse organization. We truly value our team and believe work life balance is vital to our success.
Who are we looking for:
We are looking for a technically proficient, self-motivated MS SQL Developer to join our team of top performers in a contract role. The ideal candidate will be highly experienced in building and maintaining complex queries and stored procedures. The role we are filling requires a high degree of technical skills along with experience handling production issues and addressing production bugs. This is a highly collaborative role with the need for proactive communication and self-direction.
Please note: We are currently looking for Contractors for a minimum six-month engagement
The Qualifications:
- Strong proficiency with MS SQL
- Minimum 10 years relevant IT industry experience
- Expert at optimizing large, complicated SQL statements
- Knowledge of best practices when dealing with relational databases
- Capable of configuring the database engine and orchestrating clusters as necessary
- Ability to plan resource requirements from high level specifications
- Capable of troubleshooting common database issues
- Familiar with tools that can aid with profiling server resource usage and optimizing it
- Proficient understanding of code versioning tools
- MSDBA certification is nice to have
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Collaborative mindset
Core Responsibilities of this position:
- Write and optimize SQL statements (including in-application)
- Analyze existing SQL queries for performance improvements
- Testing and troubleshooting issues related to database performance, security, or data integrity
- Create scripts and procedures for data migration and offer timely scheduled reporting
- Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders
- Prepare documentations and specifications
Inwards is a company built on diversity and inclusion. Here, we thrive on equal opportunity and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. We consider all qualified applicants equally. If you have a disability and/or require an accommodation, please let us know.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: $70.00-$85.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Mississauga, ON L5R 4G7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- MS SQL: 7 years (required)
- Stored procedures: 7 years (required)
- IT: 10 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mississauga, ON L5R 4G7