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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$90K - $130K *

Join us to design and develop secure backend services and APIs that enhance platform capabilities, drive enterprise adoption, and support innovative solutions leveraging AI and modern architecture...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Elevate engine performance through innovative modeling and simulation techniques. Drive optimization initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and enhance methodologies for improved fuel efficiency and co...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$272K - $431K *

Engineer scalable AI infrastructure leveraging Kubernetes for GPU resource scheduling, implementing monitoring solutions, and ensuring high reliability and performance across large-scale production sy...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Architect high-performance Salesforce solutions for the manufacturing sector, driving integration of Manufacturing Cloud, CPQ/RCA, and B2B Commerce. Lead technical teams and ensure best practices acro...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career by leveraging your expertise in PeopleSoft HCM 9.2. Collaborate closely with teams to define requirements, support payroll cycles, and enhance user experience while delivering to...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Partner with us to design and implement engaging front-end experiences for leading eCommerce brands. Leverage your skills in Figma and Shopify to create custom loyalty solutions, collaborating closely...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion the design and implementation of secure, scalable application infrastructures. Focus on developing security solutions that align with business initiatives while mentoring teammates in best pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $188K *

Empower your career by architecting high-performance applications using C++. Take ownership of critical components, mentor engineers, and contribute to system design in a collaborative, Linux-based en...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving innovative hydraulic solutions for transportation projects globally. Lead technical studies and design activities while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team on infras...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$72K - $104K *

Help us optimize large-scale, cloud-based library platforms by supporting and maintaining resilient infrastructure, driving automation, and ensuring high availability in a dynamic SaaS environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing and executing hydraulic infrastructure projects, ensuring technical expertise in hydrology and hydraulics. Collaborate with an international team to deliver innovative sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and enhancing web applications and integrations for optimal user experience while adhering to best practices in security and accessibility throughout the soft...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Optimize our data architecture to support advanced analytics and AI, ensuring reliability and quality. Design pipelines and ensure data governance in a HIPAA-compliant environment, contributing to imp...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive data-driven solutions by optimizing and maintaining reporting systems, migrating ETL pipelines, and serving as a technical expert for enterprise clients, ensuring seamless access to critical dat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $183K *

Lead the charge in advancing offensive security initiatives through high-impact red team engagements. Shape the strategy, execution, and measurement of security assessments to enhance organizational r...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$265K - $295K *

Shape the future of workload orchestration by leading a dynamic engineering team in developing infrastructure for large-scale distributed computation. Drive technical execution and collaboration acros...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $225K *

Champion innovation by leading the technical vision for a global SaaS platform. Drive architecture standards, reduce complexity, and enhance delivery across diverse engineering teams while ensuring se...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $130K *

Transform cloud infrastructure through innovative deployment and optimization. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance and scalability for mission-critical federal applications. Drive initiati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $250K *

Take ownership of the complete physical design flow for complex SoCs, optimizing timing and performance while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to implement advanced satellite communic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Champion innovation in rail projects by leading design, ensuring compliance, and fostering client relationships while managing multidisciplinary teams and delivering quality results...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $145K *

Champion innovative software delivery by designing automated CI/CD pipelines for Java applications across AWS and Azure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deployment practices, ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the reliability and efficiency of mission-critical SaaS platforms by leading a skilled engineering support team and driving proactive incident resolution usin...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Engineer innovative solutions in the dynamic food and nutrition sector. Leverage JavaScript, Node.js, and more to enhance data integration and processing across complex datasets while collaborating wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Champion innovative solutions in inkjet technology by analyzing client needs, enhancing sales strategies, and collaborating with teams to optimize production processes across North America, delivering...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Advance your career by overseeing data migrations to Google Cloud Platform. Collaborate with client teams to design, implement, and ensure the integrity of data processes while optimizing for efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   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.