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

$80k – $198k

Top Companies

Invoice Simple, Maximus, Nestlé, Guidehouse, Confidential, The Toronto-Dominion Bank (Canada) +42 more

Job Types

76% Full Time, 20% Contract, 2% Internship

Top Locations

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

Work Model

84% On-Site, 12% Hybrid, 4% Remote

Experience Levels

48% Mid Level, 36% Senior, 12% Junior

We found 8,044 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, Toronto, Ontario, Arlington. Salaries range from $80k to $198k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (84%), Hybrid (12%), Remote (4%). Top employers include Invoice Simple, Maximus, Nestlé and 45 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Invoice Simple2 jobs

Maximus2 jobs

Nestlé1 job

Guidehouse1 job

Confidential1 job

The Toronto-Dominion Bank (Canada)1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Intern

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Junior

$80k–$100k

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Mid Level

$132k–$198k

24 jobs

Senior

$102k–$169k

18 jobs

Lead

Salary varies

1 job

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