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.

4,815+ JobsUpdated May 10, 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 – $225k

Top Companies

SpaceX, Credera, CGS Federal (Contact Government Services), Domino's, Quantum Management Services, WALMART CANADA +20 more

Job Types

74% Full Time, 24% Contract, 2% Internship

Top Locations

Bastrop, Hawthorne, New York, Redmond

Work Model

86% On-Site, 10% Hybrid, 4% Remote

Experience Levels

46% Mid Level, 24% Senior, 16% Junior

We found 4,815 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including Bastrop, Hawthorne, New York. Salaries range from $75k to $225k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (86%), Hybrid (10%), Remote (4%). Top employers include SpaceX, Credera, CGS Federal (Contact Government Services) and 23 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

SpaceX20 jobs

Credera4 jobs

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services)2 jobs

Domino's2 jobs

Quantum Management Services1 job

WALMART CANADA1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$115k–$160k

8 jobs

Mid Level

$115k–$140k

23 jobs

Senior

$78k–$93k

12 jobs

Lead

$197k–$225k

1 job

Director+

Salary varies

1 job

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