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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$91K - $185K *

Empower your career by designing and implementing scalable data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance and support modernization efforts in a dynamic environment...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of scalable data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance and support modernization efforts, ensuring acc...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $185K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing scalable data solutions, ensuring data governance and quality across multiple platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational effi...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Champion innovation by leading data architecture initiatives that enhance payment solutions and client experiences. Collaborate with diverse teams to design scalable, modern data systems leveraging cu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $118K *

Empower your career by designing and maintaining robust database systems that enhance healthcare operations. Collaborate with teams to deliver secure, high-performing solutions that drive data-driven...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $193K *

Drive technology integration and modernization efforts across the enterprise, collaborating with stakeholders to assess and optimize application portfolios, ensuring alignment with architecture standa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$119K - $155K *

Champion innovative architectural solutions by designing scalable, reliable systems. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure seamless integration and optimize performance while driving strategic...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $155K *

Champion innovative architectural solutions by collaborating with clients and teams to design scalable, reliable systems. Drive integration strategies and optimize performance while mentoring others a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $146K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement scalable architecture solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive innovation and optimize system performance w...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $155K *

Innovate your career by designing scalable architecture solutions, collaborating with clients, and driving technical excellence. Leverage your expertise to assess technologies, resolve challenges, and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $155K *

Champion innovative architecture solutions by designing scalable systems, assessing technologies, and collaborating with teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance, driving successfu...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $155K *

Transform complex business requirements into scalable architecture solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, assess, and implement innovative technologies while ensuring seamless integration...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable solution architectures that align with business goals. Collaborate with clients and teams to resolve technical challenges and optimize system performance while fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Architect innovative solutions by designing scalable architectures that align with business goals. Collaborate with clients and teams to resolve complex challenges, ensuring seamless integration and o...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion innovative solutions by assessing and redefining architecture for FDA-regulated SaaS products. Lead a talented team to modernize legacy systems, enhance scalability, and ensure compliance whi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you design and optimize complex ETL data pipelines using Apache NiFi. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions that meet critical customer needs i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Accelerate innovation by leading cloud-native architecture for a scalable platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reliability and performance while driving cloud cost efficiency a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K *

Champion enterprise architecture modernization and governance initiatives, aligning technology investments with mission objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop strategic recommendations a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$103K - $218K *

Shape the future of data pipelines and analytics by designing and maintaining robust data architectures that convert vast operational and intelligence data into actionable insights for mission-critica...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize integration processes by bridging technical gaps between systems. Collaborate with campus IT to ensure seamless data flows, troubleshoot issues, and enhance integration reliability for succes...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and optimization of scalable database solutions for federal applications, leveraging AWS services and advanced ETL processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $188K *

Drive enterprise security architecture, influence business decisions, and navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative security solutions and achi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud database solutions. Leverage your expertise in AWS and Oracle to design, optimize, and maintain scalable databases for federal applications, collaboratin...

Sterling, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion deep technical solutions in API and integration architecture, guiding enterprise deal qualification and mentoring the team. Collaborate with Engineering and Product to resolve complex challen...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of enterprise solutions by owning technical scoping, resolving complex integration challenges, and mentoring a dynamic team. Collaborate with Engineering and Product to drive innovati...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.