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.

5,999+ Jobs50 new this weekUpdated May 2, 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

$86k – $180k

Top Companies

Databricks, amazon, Jobs via Dice, Freeman, Capital One, Belron Canada Incorporated +37 more

Job Types

88% Full Time, 12% Contract

Top Locations

Washington, CA, McLean, Arlington

Work Model

72% On-Site, 20% Hybrid, 8% Remote

Experience Levels

40% Mid Level, 26% Senior, 14% Junior

We found 5,999 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, CA, McLean. 50 new positions were added this week at companies like Capital One, amazon, Belron Canada Incorporated. Salaries range from $86k to $180k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (72%), Hybrid (20%), Remote (8%). Top employers include Databricks, amazon, Jobs via Dice and 40 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Databricks4 jobs

amazon3 jobs

Jobs via Dice2 jobs

Freeman2 jobs

Capital One1 job

Belron Canada Incorporated1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Intern

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2 jobs

Junior

$120k–$166k

7 jobs

Mid Level

$86k–$180k

20 jobs

Senior

Salary varies

13 jobs

Staff

Salary varies

3 jobs

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