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Senior Database Developer Jobs in Austin, TX (NOW HIRING)

Senior Database Administrator

Austin, TX · On-site

$49.25 - $68/hr

The Senior Database Administrator will partner closely with Data Engineering, Analytics, Security, and business stakeholders to deliver high-performing, trusted data platforms that enable actuarial ...

Sr. Database Administrator

Austin, TX · On-site

$49.25 - $68/hr

Job title: Sr. Database Administrator (Oracle) Location: Austin, TX Duration: Long term 4-7 years ... Directs programmers and analysts to make changes to data base management system. Reviews and ...

We are seeking a Senior Database Developer with 10+ years of experience in Microsoft Access and cloud-native SQL to lead the migration of legacy Access databases into modern, high-performance SQL ...

SQL Developer w/ VB.Net

Austin, TX

$44.75 - $61.50/hr

Top Three Skills: 1) Experience implementing stored procedures 2) Experience implementing new database tables 3) MS SQL 2012 SunPower is looking for an experienced Sr. Database Developer to become ...

... Senior Logical Database Administrator / Database Developer who has a proven track record in developing and maintaining high-performance enterprise software solutions using Agile methodologies. The ...

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How much do senior database developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior database developer in Austin, TX is $56.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.20 and $66.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectSenior Database DeveloperDatabase Administrator
Primary FocusDesigning, developing, and optimizing database systems and queriesMaintaining, securing, and backing up databases
Required SkillsSQL, database design, performance tuning, codingDatabase management, security protocols, troubleshooting
Work EnvironmentDevelopment teams, project-based tasksOperational environment, system monitoring
CertificationsOracle, Microsoft SQL Server certificationsOracle Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator

While both roles require strong SQL and database knowledge, Senior Database Developers focus on creating and optimizing database solutions, whereas Database Administrators handle the ongoing maintenance, security, and performance of databases. Understanding these differences helps employers and professionals align skills with job responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Senior Database Developer job openings in Austin, TX as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 4% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,132 per year, or $56.3 per hour.

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Job description

The Senior Database Developer will perform advanced analysis and development work involving all aspects of supporting, improving, and enhancing and optimizing the database performance for a large project. This position requires strong Oracle SQL and PL/SQL experience, along with extensive experience in performance tuning of stored procs and views. The developer will also devise approaches to solving complex problems, provide thought leadership, and provide ongoing updates on project status. Work assignments follow a defined software development life cycle (SDLC) process using an Agile-like approach for completing code changes for defined releases.
Expertise working with Oracle SQL and PL/SQL (advanced concepts such as bulk collect, handling data in JSON/XML format)
Expertise with writing complex Oracle queries and optimizing them to reduce SGA/PGA/TempSpace usage
Proficient in storing, querying, manipulating JSON data in Oracle database tables
Proficient in creating complex queries and views using data stored in JSON format
Proficient in optimizing performance of stored procs and views accessing data stored in JSON format
Documentation
Dev/Unit Testing
Participate in Agile development