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Senior SQL Database Engineer

1 month ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Paracon Full time

Paracon City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and experienced SQL Database Engineer to join their dynamic technology team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing SQL database environments, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability. This role requires a deep understanding of SQL database administration, performance tuning, backup and recovery strategies, and cloud-based database solutions, particularly in Microsoft Azure. The SQL Database Engineer will play a key role in supporting business applications and ensuring database scalability for future growth.

Key Responsibilities:

SQL Database Administration:

  • Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server instances, both on-premises and in cloud environments.
  • Ensure high levels of performance, availability, security, and sustainability of databases.
  • Optimize database performance, including indexing, query tuning, and execution plan analysis.
  • Develop and implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot SQL Server performance issues using built-in tools and third-party solutions.
  • Implement and enforce database security best practices, including access controls and encryption.

Database Development & Optimization:

  • Develop and optimize T-SQL scripts, stored procedures, functions, and triggers.
  • Automate routine database tasks using PowerShell or other scripting languages.
  • Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to improve database efficiency and ensure best practices.
  • Design and maintain data models, database schemas, and normalization standards.
  • Assist in ETL processes, data migration, and integration of SQL databases with other systems.
  • Deploy, manage, and optimize SQL databases in Microsoft Azure (Azure SQL Database, Managed Instances).
  • Lead database migrations from on-premises to cloud environments, ensuring minimal disruption.
  • Evaluate and recommend cloud-based database services to enhance business operations.
  • Configure and monitor high-availability solutions such as Always On Availability Groups.
  • Optimize Azure SQL resources for cost, performance, and security.

Technical Skills:

  • Strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server (2016 and later versions).
  • Deep understanding of database performance tuning, query optimization, and execution plans.
  • Experience with SQL Server High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions.
  • Proficiency in cloud database solutions (Azure SQL Database, RDS, Managed Instances).
  • Familiarity with data warehousing, ETL processes, and reporting tools (Power BI, SSIS, SSRS).
  • Strong experience with database security principles, authentication, and access control.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell for automation.
  • Experience with monitoring and troubleshooting tools such as SQL Profiler, Extended Events, and Azure Monitor.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 15 - 20 years of experience in SQL database administration and engineering.
  • Certifications such as Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300) or MCSE in Data Management & Analytics.
  • Experience with ITIL best practices and database change management processes.
Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

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