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.

7,262+ JobsUpdated May 7, 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

$113k – $200k

Top Companies

Jobs via Dice, Teckhorizon Inc, Kunai, part of the PwC Network, Trellis, Maximus, CorGTA +39 more

Job Types

88% Full Time, 12% Contract

Top Locations

Toronto, Ontario, California, Vancouver, British Columbia, California, CA, Montreal

Work Model

70% On-Site, 22% Hybrid, 8% Remote

Experience Levels

38% Senior, 38% Mid Level, 10% Lead

We found 7,262 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including Toronto, Ontario, California, Vancouver, British Columbia, California, CA. Salaries range from $113k to $200k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (70%), Hybrid (22%), Remote (8%). Top employers include Jobs via Dice, Teckhorizon Inc, Kunai, part of the PwC Network and 42 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Jobs via Dice4 jobs

Teckhorizon Inc2 jobs

Kunai, part of the PwC Network2 jobs

Trellis1 job

Maximus1 job

CorGTA1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

Salary varies

2 jobs

Mid Level

$114k–$130k

19 jobs

Senior

$165k–$200k

19 jobs

Lead

$170k–$190k

5 jobs

Staff

Salary varies

2 jobs

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