Rate Check: MSSQL

[SomeoneElse]

Hello All,

On JobServe, and CWJobs, the rates seems to fluctuate wildly for MSSQL dba/dev positions in London - can anyone shed some light on the actual expected rate (not what the agents post to get CV's)?

10 years experience with MSSQL 6.5 - 2005
3 years C#/.net
6 years VB
2 years banking (not front of office)

Thanks, I appreciate any replies.
SE

[Lockhouse]

Hello All,

On JobServe, and CWJobs, the rates seems to fluctuate wildly for MSSQL dba/dev positions in London - can anyone shed some light on the actual expected rate (not what the agents post to get CV's)?

10 years experience with MSSQL 6.5 - 2005
3 years C#/.net
6 years VB
2 years banking (not front of office)

Thanks, I appreciate any replies.
SE

For better rates forget the DBA and go with the C#.

[crimdon]

For better rates forget the DBA and go with the C#.

I was looking to pick up some core dba stuff in London....doesn't it pay well?

[Lockhouse]

I was looking to pick up some core dba stuff in London....doesn't it pay well?

If you want the big bucks, embellish your banking skills and go for the C#.

[crimdon]

If you want the big bucks, embellish your banking skills and go for the C#.

I don't do any development....I come from a technical background.

[Lewis]

SomeoneElse, I think Lockhouse is correct that you should go down the C# banking route to get the bast rate. You seem to be a fairly experienced developer. Realistically you should be able to achieve £450 to £550 per day depending upon experience in City/Canary Wharf. Front office roles will usually pay the most with rates of £500 upwards. Rates will go up to £600+ if you're very good with strong business knowledge.

[SomeoneElse]

Thanks for the replies all. Looks like C# it is then.