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.

5,991+ 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

$75k – $239k

Top Companies

Jobs via Dice, SAIC, GEICO, Booz Allen Hamilton, CGS Federal (Contact Government Services), SES +32 more

Job Types

92% Full Time, 6% Contract, 2% Internship

Top Locations

Washington, District of Columbia, CA, Reston, Chevy Chase

Work Model

73% On-Site, 22% Hybrid, 4% Remote

Experience Levels

51% Mid Level, 29% Senior, 8% Junior

We found 5,991 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, District of Columbia, CA, Reston. Salaries range from $75k to $239k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (73%), Hybrid (22%), Remote (4%). Top employers include Jobs via Dice, SAIC, GEICO and 35 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

Jobs via Dice5 jobs

SAIC4 jobs

GEICO3 jobs

Booz Allen Hamilton2 jobs

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services)2 jobs

SES2 jobs

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$95k–$160k

4 jobs

Mid Level

$90k–$142k

25 jobs

Senior

$145k–$209k

14 jobs

Lead

$113k–$193k

1 job

Staff

$115k–$230k

4 jobs

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