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 26, 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

$54k – $198k

Top Companies

Coalition Assurance, Dexian, Capital One, SAIC, FOP Consultants, Jobs via Dice +40 more

Job Types

86% Full Time, 14% Contract

Top Locations

CA, McLean, Washington, Arlington

Work Model

86% On-Site, 10% Hybrid, 4% Remote

Experience Levels

42% Mid Level, 28% Senior, 18% Junior

We found 4,815 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, McLean, Washington. Salaries range from $54k to $198k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (86%), Hybrid (10%), Remote (4%). Top employers include Coalition Assurance, Dexian, Capital One and 43 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Coalition Assurance2 jobs

Dexian2 jobs

Capital One2 jobs

SAIC2 jobs

FOP Consultants1 job

Jobs via Dice1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Intern

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Junior

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Mid Level

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21 jobs

Senior

$106k–$185k

14 jobs

Lead

Salary varies

1 job

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