Sql Developer

Job Title: SQL Developer
Key Responsibilities
· Data Migration:
o Design, develop, and implement SQL scripts as part of the project data migration processes.
o Cleanse, transform, and load data from the legacy, on-premise housing system (Capita Open Housing) into the on-premise, NEC Housing System that is being implemented.
o Ensure data integrity and consistency throughout the migration process.
· Data Analysis:
o Analyse data from various sources to identify and resolve data quality issues.
o Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis.
o Develop and maintain data validation and cleansing scripts.
· SQL Development:
o Write SQL queries to extract, cleanse, manipulate, and transform data.
o Develop SQL scripts. stored procedures, functions, and triggers as needed.
o Optimize SQL queries for performance and efficiency.
o Mask sensitive data as necessary
o Become familiar with the clients data and the entity relationships (schema) of the underlying database
· Collaboration:
o Work closely with the project team, including business analysts, project managers, and other stakeholders, to understand data requirements.
o Communicate progress, challenges, and solutions effectively to the team and client.
o Participate in project meetings and provide updates on data migration activities.
Essential Skills and Experience
· Technical Skills:
o Proficient in SQL and PL/SQL and experienced with relational database management systems (RDBMS).
o Oracle and Progress RDBMS
o Experience with data migration projects, particularly involving large datasets.
o Strong data analysis and data cleansing skills.
o Knowledge of NEC Housing System and its data structures.
o Knowledge of Capita Open Housing (the legacy system) and its data structures.
o Deduplication of data.
o Creating data cleansing scripts.
o Reconciliation of data sets
o Unit testing
o Source Control and Version Control
· Social Housing Experience:
o Understanding of social housing operations, business processes, and data requirements.
o Experience working with social housing data.
· Analytical Skills:
o Ability to analyse complex data sets and identify patterns, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
o Experience creating detailed data analysis reports and documentation.
· Soft Skills:
o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
o Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
o Ability to work independently and manage own tasks and targets
o Work collaboratively as part of a remote team.
o Flexibility and adaptability to changing project requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience working with Local Authorities or public sector clients.
· Familiarity with ETL tools and data integration methodologies.
· Certification in SQL and PL/SQL development.
Additional Information
· Travel: This role requires occasional travel to the client site in Wiltshire (1 day per month).
· Remote Work: Primarily a work-from-home position.
· Contract Type: Full-time, Contract (6 months initial contract duration).
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.