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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$145K - $215K *

Lead digital engineering initiatives by mentoring teams and shaping strategy. Engage in architecture and execution to meet customer needs, while ensuring high quality and scalability in solutions. Dri...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of enterprise infrastructure by implementing innovative design and deployment strategies for hybrid VPC and IT systems supporting global operations and security compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $151K *

Drive the expansion and optimization of cloud technologies across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and maintain robust solutions while mentoring junior engineers...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in building a unified data platform, shaping analytics infrastructure to streamline decision-making processes and enhance data accessibility across teams while ensuring high quality an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $148K *

Drive innovative software solutions as an Oracle Developer, overseeing system design, researching developments, and enhancing performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex cha...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable software architectures, mentor junior engineers, and optimize system performance while driving technical excellence and best practices within...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate your career as you lead customer-focused solutions for complex treasury and capital markets challenges. Collaborate with diverse teams to design innovative Kondor solutions that align with...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead and optimize BI engineering processes, driving the design and implementation of data solutions while ensuring accuracy and availability through strategic collaboration...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $189K *

Unlock potential by developing innovative Oracle EBS and APEX solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software delivery within a multi-agency government program, and driving op...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $185K *

Champion product security by enhancing safety in engineering projects, automating threat responses, and providing strategic security reviews. Collaborate across diverse tech stacks to bolster resilien...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $132K *

Advance data-driven outcomes by reviewing, designing, and implementing environmental databases to solve complex challenges for key stakeholders in high-impact health initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and enhance virtualization technologies for testing vehicles, driving innovation in embedded systems with a focus on...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize distribution engineering projects, ensuring compliance with standards while guiding a talented team through technical challenges and design processes for effective project delivery a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$215K - $233K *

Transform the enterprise reporting landscape by leading cross-functional initiatives, developing performance dashboards, and establishing data infrastructure to enhance decision-making and drive impac...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Innovate your career by leading complex 3D modeling for renewable energy projects. This role involves coordinating designs, mentoring teams, and enhancing engineering excellence through improved workf...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to bridge business and technology, enhancing operations through stakeholder collaboration, requirements gathering, and system improvements that drive efficiency and value in health...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $114K *

Advance your career by ensuring quality and compliance in aerospace design. Collaborate closely with teams to review engineering models and documents, acting as a key quality gate for deliverables tha...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $220K *

Lead the charge in defining AI platform patterns and providing technical direction across multiple teams while actively contributing production code and solving complex problems in a collaborative set...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as a Principal AI Engineer, leading software design and AI integration. You'll mentor developers and drive innovative, scalable solutions that enhance efficiency using AI tools and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a forward-thinking team to architect and optimize resilient cloud-native environments, empowering enterprises to enhance their data workload capabilities across hybrid and multi-cloud platforms...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $209K *

Transform industrial IoT solutions by leading Azure architectures that integrate operational technology with cutting-edge cloud capabilities for enhanced connectivity, analytics, and security across d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $183K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing complex network support for cloud and application integration, ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability across diverse environments while acting as a se...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $110K *

Accelerate your career by joining a dynamic team responsible for designing, implementing, and troubleshooting enterprise solutions that enhance childcare outcomes through innovative technology and cli...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage in comprehensive assessments of building performance and energy efficiency. Collaborate with clients to enhance sustainability practices while reducing operational costs through detailed audits...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Engage cross-functional teams to shape complex customer solutions, leading requirements discovery, system design, and UAT while mentoring analysts. Act as a trusted advisor to drive continuous improve...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.