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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$110K - $130K *

Optimize project delivery by leading enterprise SaaS implementations for utility clients. Build strong client relationships, manage competing priorities, and ensure successful project outcomes across...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $161K *

Transform data-driven decision-making by managing complex data science projects. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless execution from model development to deployment, driving measurable business...

Richardson, TXRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$56K - $114K *

Drive the development and support of innovative ECM solutions in an Agile environment, focusing on workflow automation and integration with enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional t...

Lansing, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $184K *

Lead the charge in designing resilient electrical systems for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with teams to oversee full-cycle electrical design, ensuring high availability and operational ex...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming raw data into actionable insights through innovative data engineering. Collaborate across teams to design scalable pipelines and enable self-service analytics, driving...

Indianapolis, INRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K *

Empower state leaders by leveraging data analytics to drive impactful policy reforms. As a Senior Policy Data Analyst, you'll design and execute analytical strategies, translating complex data into ac...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$228K - $314K *

Drive the architecture and engineering direction for a shared Security AI platform, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable operations across multiple security functions while mentoring teams and alig...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $173K *

Join us to develop and maintain security tools, investigate risks, and enhance team operations. Collaborate with experienced engineers while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment, se...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K *

Lead the charge in managing on-site network infrastructure construction, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards across data centre projects. Collaborate with engineering and construction teams...

Vancouver, BCRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by managing client relationships and driving project success. You'll proactively address issues, identify growth opportunities, and ensure delivery excellence while fostering strong p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in SQL development and data analysis for a federal healthcare project. Oversee a team, ensuring data integrity and quality while driving EHR modernization initiatives in a collaborativ...

Charleston, SCRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us build an AI-enabled application from the ground up. Join our agile team as a Senior Developer & Database Engineer, focusing on software development, database architecture, and optimization to...

Albuquerque, NMRemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of scalable, cloud-native APIs. Drive innovation in a green field project while ensuring system reliability and operational health with a focus o...

Mesa, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to streamline operations by transforming manual tasks into efficient automation solutions. Leverage your expertise in Ansible, Terraform, and CI/CD to enhance productivity across diver...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

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Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading client engagements and analysis within our dynamic Salesforce practice. Collaborate with a supportive team to deliver innovative solutions that address current challenge...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $225K *

Champion cybersecurity initiatives by aligning strategies with business goals, managing risks, and fostering a security-conscious culture. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security posture and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$98K - $168K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee high-profile federal projects, ensuring quality and effective management in construction and facilities. Leverage your expertise to drive project success and enhance cli...

Washington DC, USRemote

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

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of client solutions by leveraging your expertise in software architecture and pre-sales, driving technical discussions and crafting enterprise solutions that bridge business and techn...

Columbia, SCRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $111K *

Join us to enhance business performance by analyzing processes and systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency, support technology changes, and mentor junior members while ens...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving business growth through lead generation, relationship building, and strategic engagement. Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities and close deals, ensuring a...

Raleigh, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Optimize data-driven strategies to enhance customer engagement and retention. Collaborate with operations to implement scalable solutions in a dynamic startup environment, making a significant impact...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Transform structural solutions through innovative engineering design and analysis. Collaborate remotely with a skilled team to tackle challenging projects while ensuring high-quality standards and eff...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$165K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic project management solutions for global design and construction initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance client outcomes and drive innovative method...

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1 week ago

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

$124K - $156K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.