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.

5,959+ JobsUpdated Mar 13, 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 – $216k

Top Companies

VirtualVocations, Walmart, Dynamic Systems Technology, Contact Government Services, LLC, Crowe LLP, Computer Aid Inc +39 more

Job Types

94% Full Time, 6% Contract

Top Locations

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

Work Model

80% On-Site, 18% Hybrid, 2% Remote

Experience Levels

46% Mid Level, 24% Senior, 14% Junior

We found 5,959 sql developer jobs currently hiring in locations including Arlington, Washington, District of Columbia, Toronto, Ontario. Salaries range from $0k to $216k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (80%), Hybrid (18%), Remote (2%). Top employers include VirtualVocations, Walmart, Dynamic Systems Technology and 42 other companies.

Companies Hiring for SQL Developer Jobs

VirtualVocations3 jobs

Walmart2 jobs

Dynamic Systems Technology2 jobs

Contact Government Services, LLC2 jobs

Crowe LLP1 job

Computer Aid Inc1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$59k–$74k

7 jobs

Mid Level

$135k–$180k

23 jobs

Senior

$98k–$168k

12 jobs

Lead

Salary varies

2 jobs

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Full Stack Engineering Manager

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