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.

6,138+ JobsUpdated Apr 6, 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

$45k – $234k

Top Companies

Capital One, Pattison Food Group, Nova Vacation Homes, 0000050007 Royal Bank of Canada, Strategic Youth Paradigm, Accenture +41 more

Job Types

94% Full Time, 4% Contract, 2% Internship

Top Locations

CA, McLean, Chantilly, Toronto, Ontario, California

Work Model

84% On-Site, 16% Hybrid

Experience Levels

56% Mid Level, 30% Senior, 8% Junior

We found 6,138 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, McLean, Chantilly. Salaries range from $45k to $234k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (84%), Hybrid (16%). Top employers include Capital One, Pattison Food Group, Nova Vacation Homes and 44 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Capital One3 jobs

Pattison Food Group2 jobs

Nova Vacation Homes1 job

0000050007 Royal Bank of Canada1 job

Strategic Youth Paradigm1 job

Accenture1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$82k–$103k

4 jobs

Mid Level

$80k–$120k

28 jobs

Senior

$133k–$234k

15 jobs

Lead

$179k–$205k

1 job

Staff

Salary varies

1 job

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