Position: SQL Developer
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled MS SQL Developer with strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL, SQL Server Performance Tuning and Python. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining database solutions, troubleshooting complex database issues, and automating operational tasks. The candidate should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, maintain, and optimize database solutions using Microsoft SQL Server.
- Develop and support complex T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, views, triggers, and Dynamic SQL.
- Perform SQL Server Performance Tuning and Query Optimization to improve database and application performance.
- Analyze execution plans, indexing strategies, statistics, and database workloads to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
- Create, schedule, monitor, and maintain SQL Server Agent Jobs.
- Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues across development, testing, and production environments.
- Develop automation and support scripts using Python.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement permanent solutions for recurring database issues.
- Collaborate with application teams and business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver scalable database solutions.
- Support database deployments, maintenance activities, and production releases.
- Participate in weekend support activities when required
Required Skills & Experience
Technical Skills
- Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server.
- Expert-level proficiency in T-SQL Programming.
- Strong experience in SQL Server Performance Tuning and Query Optimization.
- Extensive experience working with complex queries, stored procedures, functions, triggers, and Dynamic SQL.
- Good knowledge of creating, scheduling, monitoring, and maintaining SQL Server Agent Jobs.
- Experience with Python scripting for automation, data processing, and support activities.
- Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Good understanding of database design principles, indexing, and SQL Server best practices.
- Experience supporting production environments and critical business applications.
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Strong ownership, accountability, and commitment to delivery.
- Willingness to work on weekends as required.
Nice-to-Have Skills (SQL Server DBA)
- Experience in SQL Server Database Administration (DBA) activities.
- Knowledge of database backup and recovery strategies.
- Experience with PowerShell scripting for automation and administrative tasks.
- Experience with database monitoring, health checks, and capacity planning.
- Understanding of database security, permissions, and user management.
- Exposure to Log Shipping
- Experience with cloud database platforms such as Azure SQL or AWS RDS.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Microsoft SQL Server Certifications are an added advantage.
Experience
4 to 6 Years of relevant experience in:
- MS SQL Server
- T-SQL Development
- Performance Tuning & Query Optimization
- Dynamic SQL
- Python Automation
- Production Support
Primary Skills (Must Have)
- MS SQL Server
- T-SQL Programming
- Performance Tuning & Query Optimization
- Stored Procedures & Dynamic SQL
- SQL Server Agent Jobs
- Python Automation
- Debugging & Troubleshooting
- Production Support
- Excellent Communication Skills
Keywords
SQL Server, SQL Developer, T-SQL, Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, Stored Procedures, Functions, Triggers, Dynamic SQL, SQL Server Agent Jobs, Python, Database Development.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
Skills Required
- 4 to 6 years of relevant experience with MS SQL Server, T-SQL development, performance tuning, query optimization, dynamic SQL, Python automation, and production support
- Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server
- Expert-level proficiency in T-SQL programming
- Experience with complex queries, stored procedures, functions, triggers, and dynamic SQL
- Experience with SQL Server performance tuning and query optimization
- Experience creating, scheduling, monitoring, and maintaining SQL Server Agent jobs
- Experience with Python scripting for automation, data processing, and support activities
- Strong debugging, troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Understanding of database design principles, indexing, and SQL Server best practices
- Experience supporting production environments and critical business applications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
- Experience with SQL Server database administration activities
- Knowledge of database backup and recovery strategies
- Experience with PowerShell scripting
- Experience with database monitoring, health checks, and capacity planning
- Understanding of database security, permissions, and user management
- Exposure to Log Shipping
- Experience with Azure SQL or AWS RDS
- Microsoft SQL Server certifications
IQVIA Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IQVIA and has not been reviewed or approved by IQVIA.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical/dental/vision plus programs like telemedicine, EAP resources, and additional insurance options. Feedback suggests the health offering is a meaningful part of the overall rewards package, though details can vary by location and plan design.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include an employer match structure that supports employee contributions through a defined formula. This adds steady long-term value to total rewards beyond base salary.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off offerings include vacation/paid time off, holidays, and flexibility themes, with some roles described as having discretionary or unlimited time-off models. This can make the package feel more attractive even when cash compensation is viewed as only mid-range.
IQVIA Insights
What We Do
IQVIA (NYSE:IQV) is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. IQVIA creates intelligent connections across all aspects of healthcare through its analytics, transformative technology, big data resources and extensive domain expertise. IQVIA Connected Intelligence™ delivers powerful insights with speed and agility — enabling customers to accelerate the clinical development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments that improve healthcare outcomes for patients. With approximately 70,000 employees, IQVIA conducts operations in more than 100 countries. To learn more, visit www.iqvia.com.
