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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$80K - $108K *

Shape the future of rocket motor engineering by leading project teams, managing resources, and ensuring successful delivery of complex engineering projects within budget and schedule constraints. Coll...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $188K *

Drive innovative IT solutions by leading multi-disciplinary teams, establishing operational policies, and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives that enhance overall organizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $164K *

Design and deliver advanced refrigeration solutions while collaborating closely with Sales and Project Development teams to meet customer needs effectively. Utilize engineering expertise to lead syste...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the architectural evolution of a key enterprise application, transforming it into an end-to-end mobile solution. Drive technical direction and elevate platform performance across sales and operat...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by architecting scalable analytics systems and AI-driven workflows that empower decision-making across our enterprise SaaS business, paving the way for innovation and growth in a d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $140K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Infrastructure Systems team to enhance enterprise infrastructure through cloud and on-premises environments, leveraging your expertise in Linux and Microsoft tech...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $431K *

Transform your career by leading cutting-edge product architectures and deployments. Drive innovation in new product introductions while collaborating across teams to enhance NVIDIA’s cloud and on-pre...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $240K *

Unlock potential by enhancing automated build systems using C# and C++. Collaborate with a passionate team to streamline workflows and support developers, ensuring efficient game build delivery and op...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data center solutions by developing product strategies, engaging with clients, and leading technical discussions to ensure top-tier power management systems me...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $278K *

Elevate reliability and performance in cloud database systems by leading strategic initiatives, fostering collaboration across teams, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance system availabili...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping cybersecurity compliance initiatives through effective leadership and collaboration, managing frameworks like SOC 2 and ISO 27001 to ensure excellence in delivery and securi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion the development of innovative healthcare AI features. Drive end-to-end project ownership, from design to launch in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a focus on user impact and regulatory...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in enhancing endpoint security and data protection strategies. Collaborate closely with IT and security teams to implement and optimize enterprise technologies tha...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $120K *

Build innovative building automation systems in a fast-paced, remote environment. Lead design projects while mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure high-quality deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Invent robust agentic systems for biomedical data acquisition, cleaning, and quality control. Collaborate with ML scientists to enhance data processing for large-scale LLM applications. Build scalable...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to implement and configure digital banking software solutions. Collaborate with clients and engineers to troubleshoot and enhance user experiences, driving technical challenges to...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform business processes by analyzing user needs and defining clear requirements. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to evaluate solutions, enhance product features, and ensure successful imple...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $142K *

Transform global Modular Data Center architecture by integrating design, permitting, and construction processes, while standardizing practices to enhance scalability across diverse sites worldwide. Dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing internal IT systems to enhance security, streamline processes, and improve employee experiences as the organization scales. Blend technical expertise with automation to s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate data orchestration as a Staff Full Stack Engineer, driving innovative initiatives and enhancing scalability for enterprise applications in cloud and on-prem environments, while mentoring junio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Manage implementation projects by analyzing requirements, configuring systems, overseeing data conversions, and supporting client transitions to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfact...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading the development of vital requirements for Medicare services; collaborate with teams to translate business strategies into actionable insights that drive impactful solu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$149K - $248K *

Engage in designing and building scalable data pipelines that enhance AI-enabled workflows in Revenue Cycle Management, while managing cloud-native platforms and ensuring high standards of data qualit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to design and verify structural components, ensuring compliance with industry standards while optimizing for efficiency and profitability in a collaborative environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Empower customer success by delivering platform services across defense, aerospace, and commercial sectors through Python automation, database management, and API integration within secure environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.