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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$159K - $188K *

Drive innovation as a Database Administrator, optimizing and maintaining MS SQL Server and MariaDB across diverse environments while collaborating with a dedicated team to enhance mission-critical dat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $188K *

Unlock your potential as a Database Administrator/Engineer, driving the optimization, security, and performance of MS SQL Server and MariaDB databases. Join a collaborative team to enhance data infras...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $249K *

Shape the future of business architecture by translating strategic goals into actionable frameworks. Collaborate with leaders across functions to enhance operational excellence and drive measurable ou...

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

$165K - $249K *

Elevate your career by leading transformative business architecture initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align strategic goals with actionable frameworks, driving efficiency and inn...

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

$165K - $249K *

Lead strategic transformation initiatives by developing actionable business architecture, aligning capabilities with technology, and driving cross-business integration to enhance value delivery and op...

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

$165K - $249K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic transformation through business architecture. Collaborate with leaders across functions to create actionable frameworks that enhance operational efficiency and...

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

$165K - $249K *

Join a team that's driving strategic transformation across multiple business lines. You'll translate strategic intent into actionable architecture, collaborating with leaders to enhance integration, a...

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

$165K - $249K *

Elevate business architecture by translating strategic goals into actionable frameworks. Collaborate with leaders across functions to enhance operational efficiency, drive automation, and ensure align...

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

$165K - $249K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise business architecture initiatives that align strategy with actionable outcomes. Collaborate with leaders across functions to enhance operational excellence and d...

1 week ago

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

$165K - $249K *

Drive strategic transformation by translating business needs into actionable architecture. Collaborate with leaders across functions to enhance operational excellence and deliver measurable outcomes t...

1 week ago

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

$165K - $249K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of strategy and execution, driving enterprise-wide transformation through actionable business architecture, collaboration, and innovation across multiple busine...

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

$165K - $249K *

Empower transformation by developing actionable business architecture that aligns strategy with execution. Collaborate across teams to enhance capabilities, optimize processes, and drive measurable ou...

1 week ago

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

$165K - $249K *

Drive strategic transformation by developing actionable business architecture, aligning capabilities with technology, and fostering cross-business integration to enhance value delivery and operational...

1 week ago

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

$165K - $249K *

Champion strategic transformation by developing actionable business architecture, aligning capabilities with technology, and driving measurable outcomes across multiple business lines...

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

$179K - $204K *

Elevate data engineering capabilities by designing and implementing robust cloud solutions, collaborating with Agile teams, and driving innovation in data technologies to enhance customer experiences...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $225K *

Champion data-driven solutions by leading a team to design, develop, and implement innovative data pipelines and platforms, ensuring scalability and compliance while driving transformation across the...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Explore innovative solutions as you lead fit-gap discovery engagements, guiding clients through their transition to Oracle E-Business Suite while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure se...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$156K - $166K *

Champion laboratory data strategy and architecture for a transformative pharmaceutical initiative. Lead data governance, mapping, and migration planning while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining robust data pipelines and models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and governance while leveraging cloud platforms for optim...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project outcomes by collaborating with design teams, ensuring technical accuracy, and overseeing project deliverables. Leverage expertise to support planning, compliance, and quality assurance...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality design projects by providing technical expertise and ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance pro...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$183K - $305K *

Elevate your career by leading architecture for transformative initiatives in North American Pharmaceutical Distribution. Drive strategic decisions, build a high-performing team, and ensure interopera...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $150K *

Pioneer the architectural project management of large-scale data center projects. Lead collaboration among diverse teams, ensuring timely delivery within budget while enhancing client experiences and...

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

$160K - $170K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you design scalable, secure technology architectures that align with business goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to modernize systems and drive digital transformation...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Drive supply chain excellence by leading SAP solutions across multiple clients. Leverage deep functional expertise to optimize planning, execution, and logistics processes while ensuring seamless inte...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 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.