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 Jun 12, 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

$66k – $215k

Top Companies

Amazon, StackAdapt, SES, Astek, Jobs via Dice, Manulife +38 more

Job Types

82% Full Time, 18% Contract

Top Locations

McLean, CA, Arlington, Washington

Work Model

76% On-Site, 20% Hybrid, 4% Remote

Experience Levels

54% Mid Level, 26% Junior, 10% Senior

We found 4,815 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including McLean, CA, Arlington. Salaries range from $66k to $215k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (76%), Hybrid (20%), Remote (4%). Top employers include Amazon, StackAdapt, SES and 41 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Amazon3 jobs

StackAdapt2 jobs

SES2 jobs

Astek2 jobs

Jobs via Dice2 jobs

Manulife1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$66k–$106k

13 jobs

Mid Level

$150k–$187k

27 jobs

Senior

$100k–$215k

5 jobs

Lead

Salary varies

1 job

Staff

$146k–$166k

3 jobs

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