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.
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.
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.
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.
$110K - $130K *
Empower your career by leading complex data center scheduling projects. Collaborate with innovative teams to create precise construction schedules, manage risks, and drive impactful results in a dynam...
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ServiceNow CMDB Operations Developer
$75K - $158K *
Bring your expertise to optimize and maintain the ServiceNow CMDB, ensuring data accuracy and reliability. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance service delivery across 187 bases, supporting a high-qua...
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$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of financial operations by owning and modernizing financial systems, automating processes, and collaborating with engineering to streamline integrations for enhanced efficiency and re...
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$140K - $211K *
Drive global business transformation by leading complex projects, mentoring executives, and fostering strategic partnerships. Utilize your expertise to influence enterprise-wide strategies and deliver...
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Lead Solution Architect - Marketing Communications
$106K - $260K *
Unlock potential by architecting scalable customer communication platforms. Drive modernization across enterprise architecture, integrating marketing technologies and data flows to enhance customer en...
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$80K - $100K *
Unlock your potential by contributing to enterprise EDI and integration projects. Collaborate with experienced engineers to design, implement, and optimize solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction a...
1 week ago
Consulting Solution Architect - NetApp
$121K - $170K *
Lead the transformation of storage solutions by leveraging deep technical expertise in NetApp Keystone and Storage-as-a-Service. Collaborate with customers to architect tailored solutions that optimiz...
1 week ago
$128K - $192K *
The Workday Financials Integrations Senior Principal Consultant - Global AMS is a seasoned professional responsible for leading integration efforts and managing Workday financial services for clients...
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Business Systems Analyst / UAT Lead
$85K - $115K *
Lead the coordination and execution of UAT while driving business analysis for tech initiatives. Collaborate across teams to ensure requirements are clear and testing processes run smoothly. Deliver h...
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Business Development Director, DOE
$157K - $283K *
Lead the charge in driving business growth by developing strategic partnerships and innovative solutions for federal clients, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional res...
2 weeks ago
Partner Solution Consultant / Engineer - GSI
$100K - $120K *
Champion technical integration efforts with partners, ensuring alignment with requirements while delivering enablement and support. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to drive successful par...
1 week ago
Salesforce Technical Architect
$94K - $266K *
Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative reporting solutions. Collaborate with business users and technical experts to design impactful dashboards and dataflows, driving suc...
3 weeks ago
Power BI/Analytics Engineering Lead
$120K - $145K *
Lead the design and delivery of advanced analytics solutions, ensuring consistent reporting standards and performance optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance BI capabilities a...
1 week ago
SaaS Solutions Architect (Post Sales Implementation)
$110K - $130K *
Unlock the potential of conversational AI by leading technical implementations and delivering tailored solutions that enhance customer support operations. Collaborate closely with clients and internal...
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Principal Offensive Security Engineer
$183K - $200K *
Shape the future of offensive security by leading advanced penetration testing, red-team engagements, and AI-assisted workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures an...
4 days ago
$98K - $206K *
Unlock the potential of data engineering by automating cloud data ingestion and transformation processes. Utilize cutting-edge AWS services to ensure reliability and performance in a mission-driven en...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Principal Architect, Sales and Marketing Technologies
$170K - $180K *
Join us as a Technology Architect to shape and govern our Sales & Marketing tech ecosystem. Lead architecture design, drive integration strategies, and mentor teams to enhance client engagement and op...
3 days ago
Sr Electrical Computer-aided Design (ECAD) Specialist
$90K - $97K *
Elevate your career by leveraging your expertise in PCB design and documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions in high-frequency and digital signal processin...
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$150K - $180K *
Champion the storage architecture for a cutting-edge AI supercomputer, ensuring efficient data flow and reliability across global pods. Drive performance improvements and collaborate with cross-functi...
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$116K - $194K *
Elevate your career by joining a dynamic engineering team focused on ATM and TCR technologies. As a key technical specialist, you'll enhance customer-facing banking services through innovative solutio...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Champion enterprise systems diligence and value creation engagements, assessing technology, processes, and infrastructure to drive operational excellence and strategic insights for investors and manag...
3 weeks ago
AEC Healthcare Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of healthcare by leading complex architectural and facility projects, ensuring optimal client service and regulatory compliance throughout all project phases while guiding multidiscip...
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Consulting Director - Cloud Security
$150K - $180K *
Champion innovative security solutions and lead a high-performing team to drive client success in cloud security. Oversee strategy, delivery, and growth while fostering a culture of mentorship and con...
2 days ago
Business Development Manager - Acute
$95K - $115K *
Grow your career by driving revenue growth in the acute care market through new customer acquisition and account expansion. Manage the full sales lifecycle while collaborating with internal teams to d...
1 week ago
Transformation Consultant, Professional Services
$74K - $137K *
Lead the charge in transforming workflows with AI, driving adoption and measurable impact in legal, tax, and trade sectors. Collaborate with clients and teams to design, implement, and evaluate innova...
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What does a Database Architect do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.