What do SQL developer jobs involve?

Writing and optimizing complex queries, designing database schemas, building stored procedures and views, ETL development, performance tuning, and creating reports for business stakeholders.

What salary can SQL developers expect?

SQL developer salaries range from $65k for junior roles to $140k+ for senior database developers. Data warehouse and BI specialists tend to earn more.

Which SQL database should I learn for job prospects?

PostgreSQL is the most versatile. SQL Server dominates enterprise. MySQL is common in web development. Learning ANSI SQL well transfers across all platforms.

4,815+ JobsUpdated May 28, 2026

SQL Developer Jobs

SQL developers build and optimize the queries, stored procedures, and database systems that power business applications. These positions span database development, BI reporting, data warehousing, and ETL - using PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, and MySQL.

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Salary Range

$71k – $300k

Top Companies

Hightouch, eTRANSERVICES, Nucleo, Dev Technology, BRP, Via Logic LLC +38 more

Job Types

88% Full Time, 12% Contract

Top Locations

Washington, CA, Arlington, Rockville

Work Model

76% On-Site, 14% Remote, 10% Hybrid

Experience Levels

38% Mid Level, 28% Senior, 26% Junior

We found 4,815 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, CA, Arlington. Salaries range from $71k to $300k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (76%), Remote (14%), Hybrid (10%). Top employers include Hightouch, eTRANSERVICES, Nucleo and 41 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Hightouch3 jobs

eTRANSERVICES2 jobs

Nucleo2 jobs

Dev Technology2 jobs

BRP2 jobs

Via Logic LLC1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$77k–$128k

13 jobs

Mid Level

$119k–$250k

19 jobs

Senior

$88k–$140k

14 jobs

Staff

$150k–$160k

2 jobs

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