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Find Database Analyst opportunities that match your experience and career goals on Ladders. Browse vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, spanning data analysis, database operations, reporting, and business intelligence.

What Database Analysts Do

Database Analysts help organizations turn information into useful, reliable insights. Depending on the role, they may gather business requirements, query and validate data, build reports, monitor data quality, and recommend improvements to database structures and processes. They often collaborate with data engineers, database administrators, business analysts, and teams across the organization.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek proficiency with SQL and relational databases, along with experience in data modeling, reporting, and data quality. Familiarity with platforms such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or cloud data services may be valuable. Analytical thinking, clear communication, attention to detail, and the ability to translate business questions into dependable data solutions are also important.

Find the Right Database Analyst Role

Database Analyst titles and responsibilities vary by employer and industry. Review each listing for its required technologies, scope, seniority, and compensation. Use Ladders to discover vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more and identify roles that align with your skills and next career step.

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$90K - $170K *

Collaborate to design and govern agentic systems, translating complex requirements into scalable AI solutions. Mentor engineers and ensure quality across deployments, bridging engineering execution wi...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage in business intelligence solutions by utilizing Microsoft Power BI to develop data models, dashboards, and reports. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality analytics fo...

Washington, DCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Optimize software solutions by developing, modifying, and testing applications, ensuring customer requirements are met while enhancing system efficiency and integrity through troubleshooting and user...

San Ramon, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving product strategy through data analysis and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance, uncover growth opportunities, and influence stra...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Optimize project financials by providing expert analysis, reporting, and controls for government contracts. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate forecasting, invoicing, and compliance, dri...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $155K *

Shape the future of healthcare by driving strategic growth initiatives, forging partnerships, and executing acquisitions across a diverse regional portfolio. Collaborate with leaders to enhance market...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Optimize project delivery by developing and maintaining detailed construction schedules. Collaborate with teams to track progress, mitigate risks, and ensure timely completion of complex projects in a...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion the SAP testing governance for a major transformation program, ensuring quality assurance and strategic oversight across all testing activities. Engage with stakeholders to drive accountabili...

King Of Prussia, PARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Create impactful data visualizations and analytics solutions using Microsoft Power BI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making for the U.S. Postal Service's Inspector Genera...

Arlington, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the implementation and support of automation and orchestration platforms, collaborating with technology teams to enhance processes and develop reusable web applications, ensuring high availabili...

Vienna, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Innovate the future of distributed storage systems by designing and scaling core features in a collaborative environment. Tackle complex challenges in performance, consistency, and fault tolerance whi...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $108K *

Shape the future of data analytics by designing and building a robust data layer in BigQuery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize metrics and enable self-service analytics, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $110K *

Drive the advancement of our Governance, Risk, and Compliance program by monitoring compliance, managing vendor risks, and leading audits. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective policy implement...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $154K *

Unlock advanced data solutions by leveraging Microsoft Azure and Power BI. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality analytics and reporting, while enhancing business intelligence capabilities th...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$67K - $108K *

Explore a dynamic role supporting outside plant projects, ensuring material accuracy and inventory management. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and track construction milestones while maint...

Appleton, WIRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $158K *

Drive enterprise-level technical solutions by analyzing system needs, coordinating design activities, and ensuring compliance with governance processes. Leverage your expertise to enhance performance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform data into actionable insights as you collaborate across teams to design scalable analytical solutions. Drive innovation in a cloud-based environment, ensuring data quality and governance whi...

Worcester, MARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$63K - $129K *

Contribute to system quality by executing test cases, analyzing requirements, and validating functionality to ensure compliance and stability in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with teams to enh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Manage and optimize Tableau Server environments, ensuring secure data access and performance. Collaborate with teams to support integrations, troubleshoot issues, and enforce governance standards whil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower clinical trial design by architecting robust data infrastructures that streamline insights extraction from diverse clinical documents, enhancing decision-making through advanced data pipelines...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Engage with us to lead application support for healthcare systems, leveraging your Epic expertise. Drive operational excellence and guide a dedicated team through the application lifecycle, ensuring o...

Johnson City, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $124K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines, enhancing software delivery and operational stability for enterprise applications while collaborating with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $114K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize data systems for AI/ML applications, enhancing Navy IT operations. Collaborate with engineers to ensure reliable data processing and support mission-critical...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Shape the future of IT operations by bridging infrastructure and development teams. Utilize your expertise in ServiceNow ITOM to analyze requirements, streamline processes, and enhance operational eff...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative web and cloud applications. In this role, you'll lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver hi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Database Analyst do?question toggle

    A Database Analyst works with organizational data to support reporting, analysis, and decision-making. Responsibilities may include writing queries, validating data, creating reports, documenting requirements, and improving database structures or processes.

  • What skills are commonly required for Database Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Many roles require SQL, experience with relational databases, data analysis, and reporting tools. Employers may also value data modeling, data quality practices, cloud platform knowledge, problem-solving, and strong communication skills.

  • What is the difference between a Database Analyst and a Database Administrator?question toggle

    A Database Analyst typically focuses on interpreting data, developing queries and reports, and supporting business needs. A Database Administrator generally focuses more on database performance, security, availability, backups, and ongoing platform maintenance. Duties can overlap depending on the organization.

  • How can I find Database Analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Database Analyst listings on Ladders, where professional opportunities are vetted and pay $100,000 or more. Compare each role’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation to find a strong match.