SQL DEVELOPER WITH DBA SKILLS

A multinational company at the forefront of their chosen field seeks a SQL DEVELOPER to design and develop solutions. Large database experience is preferred.
Duties are split with 75% development and 25% DBA activities.

The SQL Developer will oversee the development and organization of the databases, assessment and implementation of new technologies, and providing Information Technology with a long-term perspective on the relationship of database technology to the business opportunities facing the company.
The SqlServer database is core to all our applications and It is extremely important to the company that on-line processing database systems offer the highest reliability and performance possible.
The SQL Developer is challenged to work with architecture, application development and operations to help achieve a state-of-the-art, highly available and scalable environment that meets current and future business objectives. Works with the team to provide a working model of our transaction processing environment for capacity assessment and planning.

The successful candidate will also possess good DBA skills, with approximately 25% of the role being in this area.

Required Experience
Bachelors Degree in one of the following subject areas: Computer Science, Business Administration, Information Technology or related field preferred
2 -3 years IT operation with strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices
3-5 years Microsoft SQL Server experience
Understanding of, and experience with, server-client computing and relational database environments
Experience with TSQL
Experience with Database Clustering and distributed databases.
Experience with data management and data processing flowcharting techniques
Experience with various replication topologies available in Sqlserver 2005
Knowledge of data warehousing techniques. Any experience in the data warehousing will be an advantage.
Knowledge of reporting and query tools and practices
Knowledge of database migration / replication between across data centers.
Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Technical documentation skills
Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language
Self motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail
Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Required Skills
SQL Development
Database Development using TSQL
SQL Server 2005
Database Administration
Database Tuning
Database Management
Database Security
Database Replication
Team management and leadership skills

For further information please call Paul on (01) 4744618 or apply on-line with an up-to-date CV