Senior SQL Developer

Senior SQL Developer - Remote - 6 months - Circa £450 per day inside ir35

We are seeking an experienced SQL Developer to join a high-performing data and analytics team within a fast-paced, technology-driven organisation. The successful candidate will work on complex database systems supporting real-time data processing, reporting, and business intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance SQL queries, stored procedures, and functions.
• Work with large, transactional databases and optimise SQL code for performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to deliver robust and maintainable database solutions.
• Support ETL processes and data integration tasks to feed analytics platforms.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, ensuring data integrity, security, and availability.
• Assist in data modelling, schema design, and performance tuning across multiple environments.
• Maintain clear technical documentation and follow best practices for version control and deployment.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with T-SQL / SQL Server (or similar relational databases).
• Proven ability to write efficient, optimised queries and complex stored procedures.
• Experience with performance tuning, indexing strategies, and query optimisation.
• Familiarity with ETL processes, data warehousing, or reporting tools (e.g., SSIS, Power BI, Tableau).
• Comfortable working in agile development teams and collaborative environments.
• Experience with source control (Git, TFS, etc.) and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Nice-to-Have

• Exposure to cloud-based databases (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, etc.).
• Understanding of real-time analytics pipelines or high-traffic transactions systems.
• Experience in the gaming, fintech, or betting industries preferred but not essential.

This temporary contract is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices

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Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Should the role require the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, Reserved Post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

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