Database Developer

Database Developer Job Description

In Canada, database developers play a crucial role in designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining databases within an organization. This role leverages expertise in database technologies and programming languages to ensure efficient data storage, retrieval, and management, supporting various business applications.

Key database developer duties:

Design and develop database schema using appropriate data modeling techniques.

Write, test, debug, maintain, and document SQL statements, scripts, stored procedures, functions, and triggers.

Implement data security measures to control access, maintain data integrity, and ensure compliance with regulations.

Perform data migration and backup/recovery procedures to safeguard data and facilitate system upgrades.

Optimize database performance by analyzing queries, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing tuning techniques.

Collaborate with application developers, system analysts, and other stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into database solutions.

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Salary for Database Developer

100000 - 136750

25th percentile

100000

The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.

50th percentile

113250

The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.

75th percentile

136750

The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.

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