Pretoria, South Africa | Posted on 04/08/2026
Ready to make a real impact in South Africa's financiallandscape? Our client, a leading and forward-thinking player in the Financial Services sector, is searching for a skilled and passionate SQL Developer tojoin their high-performing technology team. This is your chance to work onmission-critical database systems that power secure, innovative financialsolutions used by thousands every day.
Step into a role where your expertise in SQL Server, queryoptimisation, and database design directly contributes to the stability,security, and performance of cutting-edge financial platforms. Enjoy truehybrid flexibility, collaborative team culture, mentorship opportunities, andthe chance to grow your career in a dynamic fintech environment.
Whether you prefer the energy of Pretoria or the scenicbeauty of Somerset West, this permanent role offers the perfect balance ofchallenge, flexibility, and reward.
Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain SQL queries, storedprocedures, triggers and database objects. Contribute to database design and relationalarchitecture for new and existing systems. Develop new / modify existing SQLobjects based on business requirements. Troubleshoot SQL objects and resolvedatabase-related issues. Support application performance troubleshooting using SQL profiling and query optimisation. Service business requests, including dataextraction and process changes. Collaborate with Business Analysts tounderstand requirements and data sources. Participate in all phases of the SDLC, includingdevelopment, testing and deployment. Investigate and resolve production issuesand support database environments. Develop and test ETL processes. Monitor and maintain database performance,security, and integrity. Contribute to team standards and, whereapplicable, mentor junior developers. RequirementsRequirements: Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology or Computer/Engineering/Mathematical Sciences and/or Matric with atleast 5-10 years relevant experience as a SQL developer as part of a team in a softwaredevelopment environment. Relevant Microsoft Certification (SQLdeveloper/Azure) will be beneficial. 5-10years relevant experience as a SQL developer as part of a team in a softwaredevelopment environment, including the role of leading Developer within a team. Ability to work in a team environment: Followmentorship/provide team leader mentorship, collaborate on a common (UML) designmodel. A goodunderstanding of the SDLC process, tools and techniques specifically as appliedto software development methodology. Experience working with security-sensitive data(beneficial). Skills & Knowledge Requirements Knowledge of security vulnerabilities andworking impact on solutions. Experience of the following in Microsoft SQLServer: Understanding of SQL Server Administration SQL OLTPdevelopment SQL Query analysis XML and JSON structures (beneficial) Good XML manipulation skills in XQuery(beneficial) Abilityto deliver production quality software by e.g. paying attention to detail,doing extensive unit testing and supporting quality testing phases. Knowledgeand experience of the following toolsets: SQLprofiler Someknowledge of cloud services like Azure, AWS (Beneficial) Solidunderstanding of data integrity and security best practices. Hands‑onexperience in Exception Handling and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting slow-running queries, Profiling Performance Issues Abilityto stay within the scope, timelines and constraints of the project and, if notpossible, to raise/negotiate alternatives.
If you're a SQL expert who thrives on precision, security,optimisation, and meaningful impact — we want to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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