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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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring data integrity and usability. In this role, you'll validate data pipelines and documentation, collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to enhance reportin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

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$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $126K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining robust data pipelines and integrations. Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance analytics and operational reporting, ensuring high-quality, scalable...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $180K *

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$80K - $95K *

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$150K - $280K *

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$75K - $158K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $203K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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

$102K - $190K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $185K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$145K - $170K *

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$272K - $374K *

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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.