SQL Performance Expert

4 weeks ago


London, UK, United Kingdom Linnk Group Full time

Position: SQL Server Expert - Performance Tuning

Location: London, UK

Type: Contract / Freelance

Duration: 6-12 months

Rate: Competitive (Negotiable based on experience)

Start Date: ASAP


About the Role

Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking an SQL Server Expert with a strong focus on Performance Tuning. This hands-on expert will optimise SQL Server databases to ensure they meet high-performance requirements within a large, complex, and fast-paced corporate environment.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Performance tuning and optimisation of SQL Server databases, including query tuning, indexing strategies, and analysing execution plans.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve database performance issues in a high-transaction environment.
  • Implement and refine best practices in database administration and optimisation.
  • Collaborate with application development teams to design and implement database solutions that support performance goals.
  • Provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement of database systems.
  • Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with industry standards.


Requirements:

  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in SQL Server Performance Tuning within large corporate environments, ideally in finance or banking.
  • Extensive experience in query optimisation, indexing, and use of tools like Profiler, DMVs, and SQL Server Management Studio.
  • Proficient with analysing and interpreting execution plans and using performance monitoring tools.
  • Experience working in a high-transaction environment.
  • Strong knowledge of SQL Server architecture, data storage, and retrieval methods.


Nice to Have:

  • Certifications in SQL Server or related technologies.
  • Experience with cloud-based SQL environments (e.g., Azure SQL).
  • Exposure to DevOps practices and automation for database deployments.



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