Database Architect Jobs

Explore Database Architect jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Database architects design and guide the data foundations that organizations rely on, turning business and technical requirements into secure, scalable database solutions.

What Does a Database Architect Do?

Database architects plan, design, and oversee database systems and data platforms. They assess how information is created, stored, accessed, protected, and integrated across an organization. Depending on the role, they may focus on relational or NoSQL databases, cloud data platforms, data warehouses, or large-scale enterprise systems.

Common Responsibilities

  • Develop database architecture, standards, and roadmaps aligned with business goals.
  • Evaluate database technologies and choose approaches for performance, scale, reliability, and cost.
  • Design data models, schemas, integrations, and migration strategies.
  • Collaborate with engineering, analytics, security, and product teams.
  • Set practices for data governance, privacy, access control, backup, and recovery.
  • Review system performance and guide optimization and modernization efforts.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek extensive database and data-platform experience, strong SQL knowledge, and a track record designing systems for complex workloads. Familiarity with cloud services, data modeling, distributed systems, security, and high availability can be valuable. Database architects also need clear communication and the ability to translate technical tradeoffs for business and engineering stakeholders. Requirements vary by employer and specialization.

Find Database Architect Opportunities

Browse Database Architect openings on Ladders to explore senior-level opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, technologies, and responsibilities to identify positions that fit your expertise and career goals.

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$135K - $160K *

Join us to shape enterprise architecture that aligns technology with business goals. Lead integration across ERP, CRM, and eCommerce systems while guiding technical teams to deliver sustainable value...

Oregon, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$195K - $351K *

Drive data transformation by architecting analytics strategies that empower decision-makers. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance data governance and delivery, while building high-perf...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance business operations, streamline processes, and drive value through effective analysis and documentation. Your expertise will...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading the architecture and governance of Oracle EPM solutions. Collaborate with Finance and IT teams to ensure scalable, secure, and high-performing applications that align wi...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engineer your career by leading Oracle Fusion data conversions from legacy systems. Collaborate with finance SMEs and AI agents to ensure accurate data mapping, error resolution, and reconciliation fo...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $210K *

Drive your career forward by owning data capabilities and reporting tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product value, ensuring accurate data delivery and insights that empower c...

Nashville, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$145K - $185K *

Grow your career with a leading specialty contractor managing complex heavy civil projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure safety, quality, and client satisfaction while driving project succ...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in architecting and automating secure CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure, ensuring compliance and resilience while delivering high-quality software through expert DevSecOps pract...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$63K - $129K *

Join a dynamic team to support lifecycle management for Military Sealift Command ships, focusing on long-term maintenance and operational planning while ensuring compliance with engineering standards...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading VDC initiatives to optimize project delivery, enhance collaboration, and improve performance. Mentor teams and drive innovative construction technology practices in co...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform asset management processes by developing and enhancing Oracle EBS modules, ensuring seamless integration and automation for improved efficiency and compliance in financial operations...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Lead a high-performing team of Solutions Architects to drive strategic market expansion and enhance presales execution. Collaborate across functions to ensure alignment and deliver impactful solutions...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$158K - $199K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth and client retention for major global accounts. Build trusted relationships with senior leaders, delivering value and innovative solutions while managing a...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$158K - $199K *

Champion client success by leading strategic initiatives for global accounts, driving growth and retention through trusted relationships and innovative solutions. Leverage expertise to maximize value...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$158K - $199K *

Drive strategic account management for global clients, focusing on value delivery, retention, and growth. Build trusted relationships with senior leaders, develop tailored solutions, and lead cross-fu...

New York City, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform the engineering landscape by owning architecture, deployment, and incident management. Collaborate with teams to prioritize features, enhance payment systems, and integrate AI, all while ens...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $265K *

Champion innovative data solutions by partnering with sales teams to demonstrate the value of graph databases in financial services, driving technical evaluations and customer engagement to accelerate...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in designing cutting-edge infrastructure for large-scale AI deployments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless execution from concept to construction, maintaining...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $195K *

Unlock innovative solutions as a Salesforce Solution Architect, leading design and implementation efforts to meet strategic business needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver maximum value and d...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform complex data systems by designing and implementing scalable solutions that enhance analytics and drive business intelligence in a collaborative, Agile environment focused on healthcare compl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Champion the modernization of data processes by designing and maintaining robust data pipelines in Azure. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate data integration and support enterprise data...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Join a cutting-edge team as you architect resilient, cloud-native healthcare solutions. Lead the design of scalable systems, drive engineering efficiency, and mentor talent in a role that bridges stra...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $350K *

Lead the strategy and execution of EMR integrations, enhancing processes and team performance while managing client relationships and driving innovation in healthcare data solutions...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Analyze and optimize high-volume Facets batch processing and SQL workloads. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, reduce processing times, and ensure production stability thr...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive enterprise consulting services by leading product implementations, conducting business process analyses, and delivering tailored solutions that align with customer goals while ensuring exception...

Charlotte, NCRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Database Architect do?question toggle

    A Database Architect designs and guides database systems and data platforms, including their structure, integrations, performance, security, and long-term evolution.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Database Architect jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for deep database experience, SQL proficiency, data modeling expertise, and experience with architecture, cloud platforms, security, or distributed systems.

  • How much do Database Architect jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so its listings can help you explore opportunities at that salary level.

  • Where can Database Architects work?question toggle

    Database Architects work across industries that depend on reliable data systems, including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and government.

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

    A Database Architect typically focuses on designing database structures and strategic data-platform solutions, while a Database Administrator more often manages day-to-day operations such as maintenance, access, backups, and monitoring. Responsibilities may overlap depending on the organization.