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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$140K - $165K *

Elevate your career by providing critical database support and modernization services. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement security measures, coordinate data changes, and ensure accurate report...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as an Oracle Data Migration Architect, leading complex data conversions from legacy systems to Oracle Fusion Cloud. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless exe...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $241K *

Unlock potential by leading technical strategies for major accounts, driving data-driven transformations through ML & AI. Collaborate with teams to enhance product adoption and mentor peers, ensuring...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by guiding strategies for secure mission services under constrained connectivity. Collaborate with stakeholders to design resilient systems that enforce Zero Trust principles and ensu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive innovative strategies for secure mission services under constrained connectivity, focusing on tactical communications and advanced cybersecurity. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure resilien...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing strategies and architectures for secure mission services under constrained connectivity, focusing on Zero Trust principles and resilient identity management solutions...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a collaborative team to design scalable data solutions that drive business innovation and align with strategic objectives, ensuring robust architecture and continuous improvement across multifunc...

Magog, QCHybrid

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable data solutions, ensuring alignment with group standards while fostering collaboration in a cross-functional team environment. Drive innovation and suppor...

Magog, QCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $128K *

Join us to transform complex data into actionable insights that drive key decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop dashboards and ensure data quality, while leveraging your analyt...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $190K *

Help us design and implement a centralized self-service portal using Atlassian tools. This role involves analyzing existing systems, developing workflows, and ensuring compliance while enhancing user...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing and deploying robust database systems for military IT, ensuring optimal performance and security while supporting critical operations across air, space, and cyberspace dom...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise architecture by guiding modernization efforts across complex systems and cloud platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, resilien...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $200K *

Lead the charge in enterprise architecture and modernization efforts, guiding technical strategy and integration across complex systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, re...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$91K - $160K *

Drive the design and development of scalable API solutions, leveraging modern technologies to solve complex problems. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality software in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Contribute to innovative data solutions by developing and optimizing data pipelines, integrating systems, and ensuring data quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational succ...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading the design and development of scalable data pipelines for a vital National Security mission. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud-based data platfo...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $234K *

Drive the design and optimization of data center white space, ensuring effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to create robust infrastructure solutions that meet operational needs and su...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Take ownership of designing and optimizing complex ETL solutions using Apache NiFi, integrating with big data and cloud technologies while collaborating across teams to deliver scalable, secure data f...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $234K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing data center infrastructure, ensuring robust integration and performance through collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Drive project in...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the deployment of cutting-edge Kubernetes solutions for retail, guiding customers through complex implementations while enhancing application performance and manageability at the Edge...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock the potential of data governance by operationalizing strategic programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement best practices, ensuring data integrity and maximizing its value. Drive cult...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to the establishment and operationalization of data governance programs, ensuring data quality and strategic asset management through effective leadership, collaboration, and integration of...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform data governance through strategic leadership and collaboration. You will design, deploy, and operationalize data management practices, ensuring data becomes a valuable asset while supporting...

Longueuil, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion data-driven solutions by optimizing data architecture and pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity while driving process improvements, fostering innovation...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data architecture, integrating innovative solutions across our enterprise ecosystem. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to optimize and implement robust dat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.