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Junior Database Developer Jobs in British Columbia

Junior Product Developer (Hybrid)

Vancouver, BC ยท On-site

CA$70K - CA$75K/yr

As a Junior Product Developer, you'll contribute to building best-in-class SaaS products and AI ... Ability to create database schemas that represent and support business processes * Familiarity with ...

Junior Product Developer (Hybrid)

Vancouver, BC ยท Hybrid

CA$70K - CA$75K/yr

As a Junior Product Developer, you'll contribute to building best-in-class SaaS products and AI ... Ability to create database schemas that represent and support business processes * Familiarity with ...

... databases and norms in a controlled manner * Assist and support in the coordination, development ... An electrical engineering degree or engineering technologist diploma would be considered an asset

... database layer, and deployment pipeline. This senior technical role requires you to discover ... Mentor junior engineers on proper standards and techniques to improve their accuracy and efficiency ...

You will work closely with engineering technicians, service technicians, and customers to ... Read/understand mechanical drawings, shop drawings, and controller databases to produce Graphical ...

You will work closely with engineering technicians, service technicians, and customers to ... Read/understand mechanical drawings, shop drawings, and controller databases to produce Graphical ...

Experience mentoring and guiding Junior Data Engineers in previous roles * Strong Experience working with SQL and large data sets * Hands-on experience coding in Python would be a strong asset

Experience mentoring and guiding Junior Data Engineers in previous roles * Strong Experience working with SQL and large data sets * Hands-on experience coding in Python would be a strong asset

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How much do junior database developer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior database developer in British Columbia is $60,821.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Junior Database Developer vs Database Administrator?

AspectJunior Database DeveloperDatabase Administrator
Required CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree in computer science or related field; some certifications like Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle are commonSimilar educational background; certifications like Oracle DBA, Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator are often preferred
Work EnvironmentMostly involved in coding, designing, and developing databases; works closely with developers and analystsFocuses on maintaining, backing up, and securing databases; interacts with IT teams and end-users
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in software development companies, tech firms, and organizations with database needsCommon in large enterprises, financial institutions, and healthcare organizations requiring database management

While both roles require knowledge of database systems and similar certifications, Junior Database Developers primarily focus on creating and optimizing databases, whereas Database Administrators handle ongoing maintenance, security, and performance management.

What is a junior database developer?

Junior Database Developers are entry-level professionals who assist in designing, developing, and maintaining databases for organizations. They work under the supervision of senior database developers or administrators, helping with tasks such as writing SQL queries, troubleshooting data issues, and supporting database updates. Their role is crucial for ensuring data integrity, optimizing performance, and supporting the data needs of various departments. Junior Database Developers often collaborate with software developers and IT teams to implement database solutions. This position is typically suited for recent graduates or individuals with some programming and database experience.

What are the typical challenges a junior database developer might face when starting out?

As a Junior Database Developer, you may find it challenging to work with unfamiliar database management systems, optimize queries for performance, and understand complex data models. Adapting to a team environment, where you collaborate closely with senior developers, data analysts, and software engineers, is also common. Additionally, learning best practices for data security and consistency can be demanding, but overcoming these challenges provides valuable experience and growth opportunities.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a junior database developer?

To thrive as a Junior Database Developer, you need a solid understanding of database concepts, SQL programming, and a relevant degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with database management systems like MySQL, SQL Server, or Oracle, as well as version control tools such as Git, is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you troubleshoot issues and collaborate with team members. These skills and qualifications are crucial for building reliable databases, ensuring data integrity, and supporting organizational data needs.
Infographic showing various Junior Database Developer job openings in British Columbia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,821 per year, or $29.2 per hour.

Junior Developer I

Engineers and Geoscientists BC

Burnaby, BC โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia is currently searching for a Junior Developer I to join our team in Burnaby! 

The Junior Developer I is responsible and accountable for:

  • assisting the Manager, Application Development, Associate Director, Information Systems Development, and Intermediate and Senior developers with all aspects of software design and coding;
  • owning key development tasks needed for the successful delivery of a project;
  • with assistance, creating, managing, and reporting own work packages associated with a project;
  • understanding directions given by manager and seniors to ensure that tasks align with project definition; and
  • assisting with the resolution of operational issues with developed solutions. 

With assistance and oversight, the Junior Developer I is also responsible for full stack development to incrementally build, test, and deploy solutions built in .NET Core and React, which utilize web, databases, APIs, web services, reporting, integration technologies, and tools.
Our organization - one of BC's Top Employers – offers a competitive salary, comprehensive and generous benefits, an inclusive culture, and a hybrid work environment. Full details on our compensation and benefits value offering can be found below.  

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING 

  • Develops and codes UIs and reports needed to implement business solutions under oversight; performs unit and system tests, and may assist with integration and end user testing.
  • Implements reports against existing data models and specifications; will learn the meaning of the data being reported on.
  • Collaborates with others to provide effort-based estimates for enhancements. Creates (with assistance) work package plans that list tasks and their estimated effort to deliver project goals. Updates plans weekly with progress.
  • Works with requirements that have been previously defined; works with others to understand the proposed solution.
  • Will be expected to participate in brainstorming session related to data models and technical designs; will participate in defining testing requirements and coding reviews.
  • Participates in the support and problem resolution of existing systems; may be asked to assist in the deployment of services to end users.
  • Other duties as assigned by direct leader and, as appropriate, members of the divisional leadership team.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE 

The successful applicant will possess the following: 

  • A 2+ year technical diploma in Computer Programming, or equivalent, is required.
  • A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science is preferred. 
  • 0-1 years of experience in a development role. 
  • Knowledge of C#, .NET, data modeling, SQL/RDBMS, technical development processes and patterns, reporting, and web development (React, HTML, CSS, JavaScript), which is actively being acquired through a combination of education, self-learning, and hands-on work experience.
  • Must have the ability and skills to work in teams, including the ability to learn, ask questions, and listen.
  • Experience in implementing web-based solutions using HTML, CSS and frontend JavaScript frameworks.
  • Experience defining, accessing, and working with data models.
  • Experience designing, coding, testing, and deploying technical solutions implemented in .NET.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU 

Each member of our team contributes to public safety in BC and helps us deliver on our vision of "modern regulation for a resilient world." We serve the public as an inclusive, progressive, and future-focused regulator. Our Strategic Plan also places priority on our role to advance climate action, foster equity, diversity and inclusion, and move towards reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.  At Engineers and Geoscientists BC, we are committed to demonstrating our values of collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.  

This role offers a competitive compensation and benefits program including a salary within our hiring range of $62,500 to $69,500. Placement within the hiring range will be based on candidate experience relative to the requirements of the role. Additional details on our generous benefit offerings are found below. 


WHO WE ARE 

Engineers and Geoscientists BC is proud to be recognized as one of BC's Top Employers. 

Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia is the business name of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia. We regulate and govern these professions under the authority of the Professional Governance Act. 

We are charged with protecting the public interest by setting and maintaining high academic, experience, and professional practice standards for over 40,000 registrants. Individuals licensed by Engineers and Geoscientists BC are the only persons permitted by law to undertake and assume responsibility for engineering and geoscience projects in BC. 

We are a not-for-profit organization governed by a board of elected registrants, licensees, and government appointees. The board is accountable to the public through the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills under the Office of the Superintendent of Professional Governance, for both the governance and management of the organization. 

To learn more about our work please visit us at https://www.egbc.ca. 
 

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