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.

7,336+ 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

Terry Fox Research Institute, Capital One, Coalition Inc, Athari, Capital One Financial Corporation, Serco +42 more

Job Types

98% Full Time, 2% Contract

Top Locations

Washington, District of Columbia, McLean, CA, Toronto, Ontario, California

Work Model

86% On-Site, 14% Hybrid

Experience Levels

40% Mid Level, 34% Senior, 12% Junior

We found 7,336 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, District of Columbia, McLean, CA. Salaries range from $0k to $260k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (86%), Hybrid (14%). Top employers include Terry Fox Research Institute, Capital One, Coalition Inc and 45 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Terry Fox Research Institute2 jobs

Capital One2 jobs

Coalition Inc1 job

Athari1 job

Capital One Financial Corporation1 job

Serco1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$110k–$130k

6 jobs

Mid Level

$65k–$170k

20 jobs

Senior

$130k–$175k

17 jobs

Lead

Salary varies

2 jobs

Staff

Salary varies

1 job

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