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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$125K - $160K *

Lead the charge in architecting advanced AI solutions for enterprise clients, guiding technical discovery and design while ensuring high-quality deployments and standards across complex integrations a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $165K *

Deliver innovative data solutions by developing secure data pipelines and ETL workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to process diverse datasets using advanced technologies, ensuring high...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to bridge business challenges and technology solutions through AI-assisted engineering, automation, and modern software delivery practices, ensuring enterprise-grade quality and govern...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize pre-sales and consulting engagements by crafting innovative IT solutions that address customer needs. Collaborate with teams to deliver exceptional networking and security infrastructure whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative solutions as a technology leader, guiding pre-sales and consulting engagements to meet customer IT needs. Collaborate with teams to design and implement cutting-edge networking and se...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $135K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with healthcare leaders to design innovative planning solutions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency. Join a dynamic team dedicated to transformi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $135K *

Shape the future of healthcare design by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative planning solutions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency in medical facilities...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $135K *

Advance healthcare design by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to create innovative planning solutions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency in evolving medical environments...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore the future of business applications by architecting scalable ERP, CRM, and manufacturing systems. Lead AI integration and define target architecture to enhance operational efficiency and suppo...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you design and implement innovative technology solutions that drive business growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable, secure applications that meet...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in database operations, ensuring optimal performance and security for mission-critical systems. Oversee a technical team while aligning with federal standards and integrating with deve...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $169K *

Join a team that's redefining data management and innovation. As a key player, you'll design and optimize data warehouses, ensuring data integrity while collaborating with IT and operational leaders t...

6 days ago

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

$113K - $169K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Warehouse Architect, driving innovation and optimizing data solutions. Collaborate with IT and operational leaders to enhance data management practices and support busi...

6 days ago

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

$75K - $125K *

Elevate your career by designing and maintaining clinical databases, utilizing Medidata Rave EDC and C#. Collaborate with project teams to ensure successful database delivery and continuous improvemen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and implementing robust data solutions using Python and PySpark. Collaborate closely with colleagues to transform complex business requirements into effective...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Build and optimize scalable data pipelines, ensuring efficient data flow and integrity. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data systems, mentor junior engineers, and stay updated on industry tre...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $148K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and securing Oracle databases for critical healthcare systems, ensuring high availability and performance across multiple environments while supporting data warehousing a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $168K *

Solve complex architecture challenges and develop innovative solutions that drive business growth while leading collaborative efforts across technical teams in a dynamic environment. Foster partnershi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $180K *

Transform data solutions by designing and managing integration architectures that ensure seamless collaboration and data exchange across diverse systems, fostering innovation and ensuring scalability...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of IT architecture by designing, overseeing, and implementing scalable systems that align technology strategy with business goals while ensuring compliance and be...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$152K - $198K *

Shape the future of data architecture by designing robust data pipelines and models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data accessibility and security, ensuring optimal data solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $240K *

Lead the charge in shaping data architecture strategies, driving innovation across platforms, and mentoring teams to optimize data governance and AI integration for scalable solutions that deliver mea...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $183K *

Empower your career by leading enterprise architecture initiatives, guiding technology direction, and driving modernization efforts across systems, cloud, and O365. Collaborate with cross-functional t...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $183K *

Transform enterprise architecture by leading cloud and systems initiatives, guiding technology direction, and driving modernization efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align business o...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by designing and optimizing secure database environments that support mission-critical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and compliance thro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.