SQL Developer

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Could you be our next SQL Developer?

Do you have the drive and determination to take a lead role in database management?

Our SQL environment is a critical component in the operational performance and analytical excellence of both UK Greetings and John Sands (Australia).

We’re looking for a data specialist to join our team and take an important role in the ownership and evolution of this well-established platform. This role is ideal for someone with a good grounding in SQL with operational experience who wishes to expand their skills into full database management.

Initially, the focus will be on familiarisation, day-to-day management, user support and system development of our SQL Server environment with the opportunity over time to make a significant contribution to architecture, performance tuning, and strategic improvements.

• Working as part of a supportive, global team under the guidance of experienced leaders familiar with business process and UKGs SQL systems
• Investigating & resolving business critical data and data processing related issues
• Designing, developing and implementing new solutions that help drive business initiatives – delivering enhancements to existing solutions.
• Supporting data consumers and insight shapers across our businesses in the UK and Australia
• Building your knowledge of SQL and our environment in order to grow your influence

• You have a good working knowledge of SQL Server and T-SQL
• You have a sound understanding of database principles and experience in supporting production data environments
• You have a methodical, logical & detail-oriented approach to problem-solving and enjoy understanding how things work.
• You are tenacious and take ownership of delivering a solution end to end
• You can work well both independently and as part of a team
• You have good attention to detail and take pride in getting things right first time
• You are organised, reliable, and committed to your own development
• You are ready for the challenge of managing business critical data and systems

• A friendly, experienced team who will help you develop your skills in programming and in managing a live business critical SQL environment
• The opportunity to grow from managing data into a database specialist experienced in T-SQL, SQL Server configuration, performance optimisation, security and data governance
• Hybrid working to support a good work-life balance.
• The opportunity to become a key stakeholder in the long term future of UK Greetings and John Sands

Apply today and start building your future with UK Greetings!