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 16, 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

$76k – $225k

Top Companies

Capital One, RIT Solutions, Inc., Scotiabank, Alexandria City Public Schools, TELUS, Boeing +38 more

Job Types

90% Full Time, 10% Contract

Top Locations

McLean, Toronto, Ontario, CA, Chantilly

Work Model

88% On-Site, 10% Hybrid, 2% Remote

Experience Levels

44% Mid Level, 38% Senior, 12% Junior

We found 6,010 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including McLean, Toronto, Ontario, CA. Salaries range from $76k to $225k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (88%), Hybrid (10%), Remote (2%). Top employers include Capital One, RIT Solutions, Inc., Scotiabank and 41 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Capital One3 jobs

RIT Solutions, Inc.2 jobs

Scotiabank2 jobs

Alexandria City Public Schools2 jobs

TELUS2 jobs

Boeing1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$76k–$94k

6 jobs

Mid Level

$110k–$140k

22 jobs

Senior

$155k–$185k

19 jobs

Lead

Salary varies

1 job

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