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.

8,044+ JobsUpdated Mar 5, 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

$75k – $226k

Top Companies

Capital One, Realign LLC, Leidos, Mutual of Omaha, Cambia Health Solutions, Parents Together +41 more

Job Types

70% Full Time, 28% Contract, 2% Internship

Top Locations

Washington, District of Columbia, McLean, Reston, Vancouver, British Columbia

Work Model

74% On-Site, 24% Hybrid, 2% Remote

Experience Levels

42% Mid Level, 30% Senior, 22% Junior

We found 8,044 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, District of Columbia, McLean, Reston. Salaries range from $75k to $226k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (74%), Hybrid (24%), Remote (2%). Top employers include Capital One, Realign LLC, Leidos and 44 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Capital One2 jobs

Realign LLC2 jobs

Leidos2 jobs

Mutual of Omaha1 job

Cambia Health Solutions1 job

Parents Together1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$75k–$135k

11 jobs

Mid Level

$135k–$226k

21 jobs

Senior

$110k–$215k

15 jobs

Staff

Salary varies

2 jobs

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