Database Developer in Chicago, IL

Database Developer Job Description

Database developers are skilled at writing SQL code, designing new systems, understanding front-end-users’ requirements and have a problem-solving attitude. The job requires a solid understanding of database troubleshooting and background with industry standards for database operations. They are responsible for developing and maintaining new servers with the correct database architecture. Employers look for practitioners with a strong SQL Server background and good communications kills. A bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field is often sought, along with three or more years working as a database developer or a related role. Essential to the role are experience with major enterprise database programs, such as Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services, NoSQL databases, Big Data infrastructure, Hadoop or other Big Data engines, .Net Framework, JavaScript, HTML, PHP, and Oracle.

Typical database developer duties:

Developing database objects and structures for data storage, retrieval and reporting according to project data, integrity and security specifications

Assessing business rules and collaborating with peers to understand technical requirements, testing design and tuning for performance

Resolving problems and roadblocks in a timely manner and reliably following through on details and driving issues to a satisfactory conclusion for business users

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Database

SQL

SQL Server

SSIS

SSRS

Stored Procedures

T-SQL - Transact-SQL

Queries

Data Warehousing

Design controls?

Salary for Database Developer in Chicago, IL

133300 - 183210

25th percentile

133300

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

161820

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

183210

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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