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.

6,276+ JobsUpdated Mar 21, 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

$80k – $150k

Top Companies

Apexon, Resonaite, Deloitte, Mercor, AtoZ INFOWAY LLP, Infinity Software Development, Inc +37 more

Job Types

92% Full Time, 8% Contract

Top Locations

CA, Washington, District of Columbia, Toronto, Ontario, Alexandria

Work Model

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

Experience Levels

54% Mid Level, 28% Senior, 10% Junior

We found 6,276 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, Washington, District of Columbia, Toronto, Ontario. Salaries range from $80k to $150k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (76%), Hybrid (20%), Remote (4%). Top employers include Apexon, Resonaite, Deloitte and 40 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Apexon3 jobs

Resonaite3 jobs

Deloitte2 jobs

Mercor2 jobs

AtoZ INFOWAY LLP2 jobs

Infinity Software Development, Inc1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Intern

Salary varies

1 job

Junior

Salary varies

5 jobs

Mid Level

$105k–$135k

27 jobs

Senior

$100k–$130k

14 jobs

Lead

Salary varies

1 job

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SQL Developer Jobs

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Career Path & Salary Progression

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Data Engineer I - Sensor Data Specialist

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Data Pipeline Engineer – SQL Specialist

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Solutions Engineer (Pre-Sales)

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Senior Cyber Automation Database Developer

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