SQL Programmer Resume

SQL programmers play a vital role in designing and maintaining databases. They are involved in a wide number of duties such as designing database for the product according to client requirements as well as developing, executing and testing code to ensure it delivers the expected output. Moreover, these programmers are also involved in debugging and troubleshooting to identify, and remove errors. If you have a fascination in dealing with extensive datasets and a liking for writing complicated query statements, this could be a perfect career. To get an entry-level position, a bachelor's degree in computers, MIS or information technology is prerequisite.

As a prior experience is usually expected, using keywords which are related to the position such as developing queries, maintaining database integrity, troubleshooting and merging datasets can prove to be helpful in clearing the ATS round. A SQL programmer resume that highlights professional certifications is bound to stand out from the competitors, and would definitely get more attention from the recruiter.

Resume Sample

Arnold C. Parker
2504 Bartlett Avenue
Southfield, MI 48034
Phone: 248-793-6015
Email: arnold.parker@anymail.com

Job Objective:

Dedicated, enthusiastic, and proficient 'SQL Programmer' seeking a senior position with “Prime InfoTech” to use my expertise in writing queries, designing, and maintaining database.

Summary of Skills:

Possess extensive knowledge of SQL along with its variation for popular database like Microsoft SQL server, DB2 and Oracle 12c
Expertise in writing simple/complex queries, and optimizing SQL statements for various projects to ensure it gives the desired output
In-depth information of relational databases, and adept in maintaining them by frequently checking requirements to keep them updated
Familiar with the entire software development life-cycle, and capable of participating in each phase to deliver quality product to clients and building healthy professional relations
Capable of debugging code to remove errors as well as troubleshooting code as necessary to reduce performance bottlenecks
Adept in coordinating with the software team for modifying existing code, and shifting database from one server system to another without compromising on confidentiality, quality, and integrity of data
Team player having exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

Technical Skills:

OS: Windows, Unix, Linux
Languages: C, C++, C#, Java, Visual Basics, SQL, DBMS, ASP.NET
Scripting Languages: HTML, DHTML, Unix Shell Scripting, JavaScript, Perl, CGI
Tools: MS Access, MS Excel, Crystal Report, SQL server 2000/2005, FrontPage

Work Experience:

SQL Programmer
KEPRO, Southfield, MI
November 2017 - Present

Building and maintaining SQL scripts in Microsoft SQL server for various projects as well as maintaining them
Designing, developing, and maintaining complex SQL queries for data analysis and data extraction as per client requirements
Analyzing large and complex systems to determine performance bottlenecks, application bugs, and suggesting ways to improve efficiency
Executing the code to ensure it gives desired results, and performing debugging for removing errors
Developing and updating database as well as merging collected information from old to new systems as required
Developing back-end codes using SQL queries, and contributing complex program logic for the project to address specific programming needs
Designing and implementing redundant systems in the department for proper disaster recovery, and data archiving to ensure protection of confidential data
Providing high-level database development assistance in creating specific software applications for businesses, and ensuring timely completion of project

SQL Programmer
Aruba Networks, Southfield, MI
April 2014 - October 2017

Delivered a robust, testable, repeatable framework of jobs and scripts for data migration and produced reconciliation reports confirming success or failure
Coordinated with the software team to identify and solve performance bottlenecks in SQL Server and Oracle database platforms used for different projects
Managed MS SQL Server database environment to support data migration, backups and recoveries during testing phase of software development life-cycle
Reviewed and assessed existing data-drive software applications to support new features, upgrades, and helped with performance improvements
Captured and analyzed database activity to identify improvements in indexing, file structure, maintenance processes as well as query performance
Participated and coordinated with the team for projects to design, implement and support applications that perform ETL operations with external data sources and SQL Server
Modified existing database systems by participating in all aspects of SDLC, including requirement gathering & analysis, system design, implementation, testing, deployment as well as sustainment
Troubleshooted database usage and malfunctions, and collaborated with developers to improve software applications

Programming Intern (Entry-level)
Radical Technologies, Southfield, MI
July 2011 - March 2014

Participated in team meetings to determine data requirements for the project and assisted in preparing appropriate database
Wrote SQL short SQL modules based on the functional design and technical specification of the project
Worked under the direct supervision of senior programmers to develop, code, test, and debug new software solutions as well as existing product for proper maintenance
Effectively handled common database procedures, including upgrade, backup, data recovery as well as migration for the project as required
Designed database tables as well as helped to make appropriate entries to it, and performed basic SQL commands to test integrity of the project
Developed simple and complicated SQL queries to ensure stability, reliability and performance of databases
Collaborated with data engineers for designing, implementing, testing, and automating data transformations to derive new strategic datasets
Maintained and updated existing systems to meet user requirements as well as enhance program efficiency

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
Central Michigan University, Southfield, MI
2011
High School Diploma
St. Xavier's School, Southfield, MI
2006

Reference:

On request.