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.

7,250+ 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

$61k – $218k

Top Companies

Leidos, Queer Tech, Capri Holdings Limited, JMS Talent Partners, Royal Bank of Canada, CACI +36 more

Job Types

94% Full Time, 6% Contract

Top Locations

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

Work Model

88% On-Site, 12% Hybrid

Experience Levels

40% Senior, 40% Mid Level, 12% Junior

We found 7,250 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, Washington, District of Columbia, Ottawa, Ontario. Salaries range from $61k to $218k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (88%), Hybrid (12%). Top employers include Leidos, Queer Tech, Capri Holdings Limited and 39 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Leidos3 jobs

Queer Tech2 jobs

Capri Holdings Limited2 jobs

JMS Talent Partners2 jobs

Royal Bank of Canada2 jobs

CACI2 jobs

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$61k–$122k

6 jobs

Mid Level

Salary varies

20 jobs

Senior

$110k–$218k

20 jobs

Lead

Salary varies

1 job

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