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Remote SQL Developer (Contract) We are looking for an experienced SQL Developer to support our DevOps team during a major migration of our payment processing platform to Azure SQL Managed Instance. This role focuses heavily on SQL performance, stored procedures, and database migration tasks. Responsibilities • Maintain and optimise SQL Server databases (10–20GB; operational, reporting, security). • Update, test, and troubleshoot stored procedures and SQL logic. • Support the migration to Azure SQL Managed Instance, including restores, logins, connection updates, and validation. • Assist with performance tuning, indexing, and query optimisation. • Participate in testing workflows, including critical transaction validation. • Work with DevOps to ensure secure, reliable, and monitored SQL operations. Requirements • 5+ years SQL Server development experience. • Strong T-SQL, performance tuning, indexing, and query optimisation skills. • Hands-on experience with Azure SQL (Managed Instance preferred). • Experience with high-uptime, transactional systems. • Strong debugging, testing, and documentation skills. Nice to Have • Exposure to .NET applications. • Experience with automation tools (Pulumi/Terraform). • Understanding of Azure networking (Private Endpoints, VPN). What We Offer • Fully remote role. Apply tot his job