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.

8,453+ JobsUpdated Feb 26, 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

$71k – $261k

Top Companies

MDA Edge, Systematix, Tekcogno, PETADATA, RemoteRocketHub, Purolator +40 more

Job Types

84% Full Time, 16% Contract

Top Locations

CA, Washington, District of Columbia, Reston, Flin Flon, California

Work Model

80% On-Site, 20% Hybrid

Experience Levels

48% Mid Level, 28% Senior, 8% Junior

We found 8,453 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, Washington, District of Columbia, Reston. Salaries range from $71k to $261k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (80%), Hybrid (20%). Top employers include MDA Edge, Systematix, Tekcogno and 43 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

MDA Edge5 jobs

Systematix1 job

Tekcogno1 job

PETADATA1 job

RemoteRocketHub1 job

Purolator1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$100k–$140k

4 jobs

Mid Level

$99k–$150k

24 jobs

Senior

$90k–$120k

14 jobs

Lead

Salary varies

2 jobs

Staff

$100k–$200k

3 jobs

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