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 9, 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

$60k – $300k

Top Companies

Jobs via Dice, Axon, Coinbase, Jane Street, enGen, Linchpin Software +39 more

Job Types

80% Full Time, 16% Contract, 2% Internship

Top Locations

CA, Bethesda, Washington, Tysons

Work Model

76% On-Site, 12% Hybrid, 12% Remote

Experience Levels

54% Mid Level, 18% Junior, 18% Senior

We found 5,819 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, Bethesda, Washington. Salaries range from $60k to $300k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (76%), Hybrid (12%), Remote (12%). Top employers include Jobs via Dice, Axon, Coinbase and 42 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Jobs via Dice3 jobs

Axon2 jobs

Coinbase2 jobs

Jane Street2 jobs

enGen1 job

Linchpin Software1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$70k–$109k

9 jobs

Mid Level

$104k–$145k

27 jobs

Senior

$100k–$110k

9 jobs

Staff

$180k–$210k

2 jobs

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