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.

5,819+ JobsUpdated May 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 – $225k

Top Companies

SpaceX

Job Types

72% Full Time, 20% Contract, 8% Internship

Top Locations

Hawthorne, Starbase, Redmond, Bastrop

Work Model

100% On-Site

Experience Levels

36% entry, 32% Junior, 26% Mid Level

We found 5,819 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including Hawthorne, Starbase, Redmond. Salaries range from $80k to $225k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (100%). Top employers include SpaceX.

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SpaceX50 jobs

Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$85k–$100k

16 jobs

Mid Level

$100k–$120k

13 jobs

Lead

$160k–$225k

3 jobs

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