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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$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...

United StatesRemote

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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6 days ago

  •   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...

5 days ago

  •   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

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join us to manage and optimize SQL database environments, ensuring performance, security, and availability. Collaborate with teams to support data-driven decisions and maintain reliable data assets ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Optimize our data platform by leading a talented team to enhance payment processing, risk management, and AI capabilities. Drive technical direction, ensure operational excellence, and innovate respon...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $188K *

Innovate with us to shape trading solutions that enhance client satisfaction, drive product adoption, and define the architectural vision for cutting-edge financial services offerings. Collaborate acr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform data landscapes by designing and optimizing scalable ETL/ELT pipelines on Databricks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and support analytics initiatives, drivi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $152K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing data engineering solutions that enhance data governance and quality for financial services clients, ensuring compliance and transparency across complex da...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $200K *

Take ownership of our relational database estate, leading critical upgrades and setting standards for data management across engineering teams. Drive improvements in SQL Server and MySQL environments...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading software architecture for advanced vehicle protection systems. Collaborate with government and industry teams to design, integrate, and enhance real-time embedded software...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Transform the future of education by leading the architectural vision for Workday, integrating systems, and driving data management strategies to enhance operational efficiency and impact across Calif...

California, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead and mentor a team of Database Administrators, overseeing enterprise database operations, architecture, and governance while driving modernization initiatives and ensuring high availability and co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$102K - $209K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize Oracle database solutions for enterprise-scale mission systems, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver secure, high-performing data platforms in a fast-p...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $209K *

Unlock your potential by designing and optimizing Oracle database solutions for enterprise-scale mission systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver secure, high-performing data platforms that...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join our dynamic Technology team to build and maintain data platforms and applications that drive our business operations. Collaborate closely with users to enhance tools that support recruiting, payr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to innovative architectural projects, collaborating with designers from planning to construction. Ensure compliance with codes, manage documentation, and oversee tasks while shaping communi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of architecture by collaborating with a dynamic team to design innovative projects across diverse sectors, from commercial to public works, ensuring quality and compliance throughout...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.