SQL Developer
Posted 12 days 4 hours ago by Crown Paints
We are looking for an experienced SQL Server Developer who can join us immediately to shape the next generation of Smart Manufacturing. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract with the opportunity to make an immediate impact on our Industry 4.0 journey.
You will need to work a minimum of 2-3 days each week on-site at our Hull manufacturing site, collaborating closely with colleagues in operations and data to deliver meaningful, real-time solutions.
What you will be doing- Build and optimize SQL Server solutions that capture real-time data from production lines, machines, and IoT devices
- Design scalable time-series data pipelines to power analytics, dashboards, and predictive insights
- Lead the migration of SQL Server workloads into Microsoft Fabric with a focus on KQL databases for real-time analytics
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enable predictive maintenance, process optimization, and smart factory operations
- Apply Agile ways of working, delivering high-value solutions in sprints with measurable impact
- Ensure data quality, reliability, and performance across hybrid manufacturing environments
- Tune and optimize KQL queries to unlock new levels of insight from real-time manufacturing data
What we are looking for
- Someone who is available to start immediately
- 5+ years of SQL Server development experience with advanced T-SQL skills
- Proven background in real-time data collection, telemetry, and high-frequency data environments
- Strong knowledge of time-series data processing and analytics
- Hands-on experience migrating workloads to Microsoft Fabric and working with KQL databases (Azure Data Explorer or Fabric Real-Time Analytics)
- Experience with Industry 4.0, Smart Manufacturing, or Smart Factory systems
- A track record of working in Agile teams with iterative delivery
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes, IoT integration, or industrial data environments
- Knowledge of IoT protocols (OPC UA, MQTT) or edge computing
- Experience with Azure Event Hubs, Synapse, or IoT Hub
- Exposure to predictive maintenance, performance monitoring, or manufacturing KPIs
- Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools
- Training or certification in Agile or Scrum
At Hempel, you will be part of a team that is shaping the future of smart manufacturing. You will:
- Play a key role in building Industry 4.0 capabilities
- Work in an agile, fast-moving environment where new ideas are encouraged
- Contribute to cutting-edge data platforms that enable predictive insights and operational excellence
- Collaborate with a diverse, forward-thinking team modernizing our manufacturing intelligence
Apply today if you are available immediately, can commit to a 6-month contract, and are ready to work on-site in Hull for at least 2-3 days per week.