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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$149K - $177K *

Lead architectural development by guiding teams in modern approaches, enhancing technology application and infrastructure strategies, and aligning business requirements with optimal architectural solu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise data center consolidation through advanced database engineering, automation, and migration strategies across diverse database platforms, ensuring optimal perform...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support enterprise data integration efforts by leading technical initiatives, designing robust ETL/ELT pipelines, and ensuring data quality across complex systems while prioritizing engineering excell...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $251K *

Elevate technology strategy and architectural direction, driving AI-enabled engineering transformation and solution design across Agile teams to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $251K *

Pioneer innovative technology strategies and architectural solutions across Agile teams, driving AI-enabled engineering transformation and ensuring scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions for ent...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $251K *

Reimagine technology strategy and architectural direction, driving AI-enabled engineering transformation and solution design across Agile teams to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Advance our data solutions by designing and maintaining resilient cloud-native pipelines, ensuring high-quality data delivery through Agile collaboration and innovative engineering practices. Join us...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading technical evaluations for enterprise accounts, designing scalable solutions, and ensuring successful migrations. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive impactful re...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower enterprise clients by leading technical evaluations and migrations, ensuring scalable solutions that meet diverse stakeholder needs. Collaborate closely with teams to drive successful outcomes...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion the technical evaluation for enterprise accounts, engaging with diverse stakeholders to design scalable solutions. Drive migrations, ensure security compliance, and advocate for customer need...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $231K *

Join a team that's designing robust data architectures for global markets. You'll own the data model, consent frameworks, and integration patterns, ensuring compliance with diverse privacy laws while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive modernization initiatives for cloud-native data architecture, ensuring scalability and reliability for enterprise clients. Collaborate with teams to assess legacy systems and develop effective s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing a cloud-native architecture. Assess legacy infrastructure, create detailed design documents, and collaborate with engineering to modernize critical data...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Transform architectural planning by managing design processes for healthcare and workplace environments. Lead teams in developing innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and delive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$113K - $188K *

Lead the charge in migrating and supporting database architecture, ensuring seamless data transfer and robust backup strategies while collaborating with project teams to enhance operational efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data architecture by leading the design and delivery of unified customer data solutions within the Salesforce ecosystem, ensuring client success through innova...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $160K *

Empower portfolio companies by leading innovative digital solutions, aligning technology with business goals. Drive strategic engagements, design scalable architectures, and ensure successful transiti...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by designing and implementing innovative software architectures. Lead a small team while driving the development of AI solutions and ensuring robust governanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing and enhancing database-driven applications, leveraging your Oracle SQL and PL/SQL expertise to solve complex problems and improve operational processes in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$69K - $109K *

Design and implement optimized Oracle Exadata solutions to enhance performance, ensure high availability, and support enterprise standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver secure database architectu...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Shape the architecture for a cutting-edge Data Platform, driving AI capabilities and reusable services. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex challenges, ensuring scalable, secure, and observable...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and optimize enterprise HR analytical data models, ensuring scalability, security, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize and secure database infrastructures for critical operations. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and cloud technologies to enhance data management and suppo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $140K *

Elevate data solutions by building scalable pipelines and data lakes, optimizing analytics for decision-making. Collaborate in an agile environment to enhance data integrity and security while mentori...

2 weeks ago

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

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.