SQL Database Developer/Data Modelling (Open Date (Halifax)

Synechron (Halifax NS, Canada) Follow 1 day ago

We are At Synechron, a global consulting firm that blends creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry‑leading digital solutions across artificial intelligence, cloud, devops, data, and software engineering. We work with leading finance and technology clients and invest heavily in research and development through our FinLabs.

We are seeking a skilled Database Developer and Data Modeler to design efficient database schemas, write complex database code, and optimize query performance. The ideal candidate will translate business requirements into effective data models, develop and maintain database objects, and ensure optimal query performance through tuning and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Build and optimize database schemas based on simplified but clear business requirements.
• Design entity‑relationship diagrams, relationships, and normalization strategies.
• Create tables for scenarios such as job candidates and work history.
• Write and optimize SQL queries based on the designed schema.
• Implement indexing strategies to enhance query performance.
• Troubleshoot performance issues and maintain system efficiency.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
8+ years of experience with SQL Server or similar databases.
Proven experience in data modeling based on business requirements.
Strong hands‑on experience with data modeling tools (e.g., ER/Studio, PowerDesigner) and entity‑relationship diagrams.
Ability to design schemas from detailed business requirements.
Proven expertise in SQL query development, including complex joins, sub‑queries, and aggregations.
Good understanding of indexes, performance tuning, and optimization strategies.
Experience writing views, stored procedures, triggers, and other database objects.
Preferred: Experience with data warehousing and ETL processes.
Preferred: Knowledge of NoSQL databases.

Benefits

Base salary of CAD 80k–90k/year for Halifax, NS, plus benefits.
15 days (3 weeks) paid annual leave and an additional 10 days of personal leave.
Comprehensive insurance plan covering medical, dental, vision, life, and long‑term disability.
Versatile hybrid work policy.
RRSP with up to 4% employer contribution.
Higher education reimbursement policy.
Access to Udemy for Business for all employees.
Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from FinLabs and CoE groups.
Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge projects with tier‑one banks and financial institutions.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Synechron is proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, ages, marital statuses, genders, sexual orientations, and disabilities to apply. We provide flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more. All employment decisions are based on job requirements and qualifications only, without regard to protected characteristics.

We are committed to sustainability, integrating responsible growth into our business strategy and minimizing environmental impact. Employees support initiatives such as reducing carbon footprints and ethical business practices. All positions must adhere to our sustainability and health safety standards.

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