Welcome to High-Paying Database Engineer Jobs

Discover a wide range of premium Database Engineer jobs offering six-figure salaries. Set your career on an upward trajectory with opportunities that offer significant financial and professional growth.

What is a Database Engineer?

A Database Engineer is a professional responsible for managing and maintaining database technologies of an organization, ensuring secure and seamless data availability.

Why Database Engineer Jobs on Ladders?

At Ladders, we bring together premium job options in one place. These job positions are vetted, high-paying, and relevant for your career progression as a Database Engineer.

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$110K - $130K *

Champion robust database solutions that scale across diverse environments, improving performance and reliability. Collaborate with teams to optimize data infrastructure and ensure best practices in se...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $112K *

Join our team to shape innovative database solutions, enhancing performance and functionality in a cloud environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while mentoring junior engineers and drivi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate our database solutions by designing, developing, and managing complex data models and cloud-based data products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure performance and scalability w...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage in developing and maintaining robust data pipelines and architectures to support analytics and reporting, ensuring data integrity and availability. Collaborate across teams to define data requi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $155K *

Engineer robust database solutions by leveraging cutting-edge technology. Collaborate with global teams to enhance software applications and optimize performance for large data sets while ensuring sea...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $155K *

Lead the development and enhancement of database applications in a collaborative environment, leveraging your expertise to address business challenges, optimize performance, and drive innovative solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to evaluate and implement advanced database solutions, ensuring integration and architecture compliance for Veterans Affairs' cutting-edge healthcare systems. Collaborate with stak...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform database management by leading the migration to SQL Server, optimizing performance, and architecting solutions that enhance enterprise applications while collaborating with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data into actionable insights by designing and governing data architecture for unstructured knowledge assets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency and security of da...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower the Knowledge Management transformation by designing data architectures that enhance unstructured data discovery and security. Drive the intersection of data engineering and KM expertise in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building robust data solutions that empower stakeholders to make informed decisions by delivering high-quality data pipelines and integrating modern analytics architecture across th...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Design and implement cloud-native data platforms and integrations, ensuring secure and reliable data exchange. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to optimize data access and support analytics...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by optimizing the data lifecycle in a dynamic Big Data environment. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and enhance data solutions, ensuring effective parsing and transformat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Build and own robust data pipelines that transform messy insurance data into reliable datasets, enabling powerful analytics and AI. Collaborate to ensure data accuracy and integrity, enhancing product...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing DuckDB's backend systems for optimal performance, bridging local and cloud execution while refining user experience through collaborative cross-functional projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data initiatives by architecting reliable ELT pipelines and maintaining high-quality models and dashboards. Collaborate with teams to drive data integration and strategy, impacting the organ...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join us in shaping the future of enterprise data architecture. Collaborate across teams to define standards, governance, and integration patterns, ensuring scalable, trusted data solutions support ana...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

Shape robust data solutions in a dynamic environment by guiding architecture, integration, and database management. Collaborate to optimize performance in cloud ecosystems while upholding security sta...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of enterprise data architecture by unifying reporting, analytics, and governance across diverse commerce products. Drive technical leadership and strategic migration to ensure a relia...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer our data engineering efforts by building robust ETL pipelines, ensuring data integrity, and actively contributing to platform improvements within a cloud-native environment. Grow your expertis...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive architectural and modernization efforts for a cutting-edge simulation platform. Lead technical delivery and ensure code quality while mentoring team members and collaborating across departments...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $180K *

Engage in shaping our enterprise data architecture strategy while driving the evolution of scalable, reliable data products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance governance, ensure data...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in evolving foundational data models and metrics while ensuring data quality and availability. Collaborate across teams to support analytics and AI initiatives, focusing on reusable so...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Optimize database solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining scalable relational databases to support cloud-native applications. Collaborate with engineers across disciplines to implement cut...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud solutions through innovative Transparency in Coverage initiatives, collaborating on GCP, automation, and AI projects to support, enhance, and drive impactful result...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Database Engineer do?question toggle

    A Database Engineer designs, develops, and maintains the database systems of an organization. They ensure efficient data flow and storage for the smooth operation of the organization.

  • What skills are required for a Database Engineer job?question toggle

    A Database Engineer needs to have proficiency in SQL, a strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices, and experience in data modelling and database design.

  • Are there high-paying Database Engineer jobs available on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes, Ladders offers a variety of high-paying Database Engineer jobs that offer salaries of $100k per year or more.