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.

6,010+ JobsUpdated Mar 23, 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

$0k – $230k

Top Companies

Various Employers, Freddie Mac, Enterprise Solutions Inc., Convergint, Tekgence Inc, Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology +35 more

Job Types

82% Full Time, 16% Contract, 2% Internship

Top Locations

Washington, District of Columbia, Toronto, Ontario, McLean, Toronto, Ontario, California

Work Model

82% On-Site, 18% Hybrid

Experience Levels

42% Mid Level, 34% Senior, 8% Junior

We found 6,010 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, District of Columbia, Toronto, Ontario, McLean. Salaries range from $0k to $230k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (82%), Hybrid (18%). Top employers include Various Employers, Freddie Mac, Enterprise Solutions Inc. and 38 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Various Employers4 jobs

Freddie Mac2 jobs

Enterprise Solutions Inc.2 jobs

Convergint2 jobs

Tekgence Inc2 jobs

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology2 jobs

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Intern

Salary varies

1 job

Junior

$80k–$100k

4 jobs

Mid Level

$90k–$140k

21 jobs

Senior

$160k–$182k

17 jobs

Lead

$172k–$230k

3 jobs

Staff

Salary varies

1 job

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