Job Description

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking a skilled Database Developer and Data Modeler with expertise in designing efficient database schemas, writing complex database code, and optimizing query performance. The ideal candidate will play a key role in translating business requirements into effective data models, developing and maintaining database objects, and ensuring optimal query performance through tuning and troubleshooting.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Toronto, ON is CAD $110k – CAD $120k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and develop logical and physical data models.
• Design, develop, and implement database schemas and tables aligned with business needs.
• Write, test, and maintain complex SQL queries, views, stored procedures, and functions to support various application requirements.
• Conduct query tuning and performance optimization to ensure fast and reliable data retrieval.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, including performance bottlenecks and data inconsistencies.
• Maintain database documentation and adhere to best practices for data modeling and development.
• Participate in code reviews and collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate data solutions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 10+ plus years’ experience with SQL Server or similar databases.
• Proven experience in data modeling based on business requirements.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience writing advanced database code (queries, views, stored procedures).
• Hands-on experience with query tuning and database troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of database design principles and normalization/de-normalization techniques.
• Experience with relational database management systems (e.g., MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL).
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred, but not required:

Experience with data warehousing and ETL processes.

Familiarity with data modeling tools (e.g., ER/Studio, PowerDesigner).

Knowledge of NoSQL databases is a plus.

We offer:

• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 15 days (3 weeks) of paid annual leave plus an additional 10 days of personal leave (floating days and sick days).
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability.
• Flexible hybrid policy.
• RRSP with employer’s contribution up to 4%.
• A higher education certification policy.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture.

S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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