Explore Database Analyst Jobs

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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$80K - $100K *

Transform data into actionable insights, empowering operational leaders to enhance client performance and uncover strategic opportunities across diverse datasets and analytical challenges...

Irving, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by spearheading data architecture in population health, leveraging your mastery of EPIC VBPM, complex data modeling, and healthcare analytics to drive impactful solutions and enhance...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $169K *

Contribute to innovative solutions by analyzing complex business systems, gathering requirements, and collaborating with technical teams to enhance software functionality and drive project success...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower strategic data initiatives by leading design, development, and analytics projects. Drive data migration, modernize data solutions, and ensure quality standards while collaborating with stakeho...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $87K *

Join us as a Data Operations Engineer, where you'll develop and manage data systems for healthcare claims processing. Collaborate with teams to ensure data accuracy and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines whil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Analyze customer behavior and operational performance to drive strategic insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytics frameworks and support decision-making for key business...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

Advance your career by leveraging your expertise in analyzing user needs and developing system solutions. Engage as a key liaison to enhance business strategies and drive implementation that meets bot...

Washington, DCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence as an Operations Analyst, balancing compliance and user experience. Leverage AI tools to analyze data, identify fraud patterns, and suggest process improvements while coll...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $139K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior technical lead in enterprise data engineering, responsible for architecting and optimizing scalable data platforms. Drive data quality and observability while collabora...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Champion a data transformation journey, driving architectural innovation and modernizing technology stacks, while solving complex data issues in a collaborative, high-impact environment with broad cro...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare data into actionable insights. This role involves analyzing complex datasets, collaborating with stakeholders, and delivering data-driven recomm...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by transforming insights into actionable reports and dashboards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, optimize strategies, and drive bus...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by building scalable data systems and interfaces. You'll design data models, develop real-world use cases, and ensure reliable data flows, all while writ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role in application development, where you'll design, maintain, and enhance software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project success...

Wisconsin, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Empower compliance excellence by leading audits, risk assessments, and investigations. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to healthcare regulations and promote ethical practices while adapting...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining data management solutions. Leverage your expertise in cloud platforms and analytics to support sales teams, drive customer success, and implement innovative data solution...

Raleigh, NCRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career with senior-level expertise in data architecture and warehousing. Drive data integration and management, ensuring effective solutions for Occupational Environmental Health practice...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise data integration by leading technical efforts, designing robust ETL/ELT pipelines, and ensuring data quality across complex systems. Drive excellence in data workflows and maintai...

Montgomery, ALRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $224K *

Empower organizations by shaping data governance strategies that enhance security, compliance, and operational resilience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful governance solut...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance financial management practices and support critical operations. Collaborate across levels to drive process improvements and deliver impactful financial insights in a fas...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $223K *

Unlock advanced analytical capabilities by leading data science initiatives that drive strategic decision-making and deliver impactful insights across the organization. Collaborate with stakeholders t...

Southfield, MIRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Analyze and deliver data management solutions to support public health research, utilizing advanced statistical software and collaborating with project leaders to enhance data quality and reporting fo...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $160K *

Drive SAP Analytics strategy and implementation, leading teams in deploying solutions across SAP Analytics Cloud, BW, and S/4HANA. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights and manage analytic...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the SAP Analytics strategy and implementation, driving innovation in analytics solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights and manage teams, ensuring successful deployment of SAP...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $185K *

Grow your career with an innovative team shaping data engineering through AI. Lead and mentor skilled engineers, design robust data pipelines, and drive industry-best practices for a data-driven futur...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.