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.

6,098+ JobsUpdated Mar 9, 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

$0k – $260k

Top Companies

Mercor, Fullscript, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (Canada), Sun Life of Canada - Corporate, Royal Bank of Canada, Targeted Talent +37 more

Job Types

100% Full Time

Top Locations

Washington, District of Columbia, CA, Toronto, Ontario, Ottawa, Ontario

Work Model

92% On-Site, 8% Hybrid

Experience Levels

36% Mid Level, 36% Senior, 16% Junior

We found 6,098 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, District of Columbia, CA, Toronto, Ontario. Salaries range from $0k to $260k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (92%), Hybrid (8%). Top employers include Mercor, Fullscript, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (Canada) and 40 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Mercor3 jobs

Fullscript3 jobs

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (Canada)2 jobs

Sun Life of Canada - Corporate2 jobs

Royal Bank of Canada2 jobs

Targeted Talent1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Intern

Salary varies

1 job

Junior

$0k–$122k

8 jobs

Mid Level

$65k–$175k

18 jobs

Senior

Salary varies

18 jobs

Lead

Salary varies

1 job

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