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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$85K - $100K *

Champion the design and development of utility-scale PV and BESS solutions, balancing technical performance with cost efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success from...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$215K - $300K *

Drive platform evolution by leading large-scale architectural initiatives across teams. Ensure cohesive changes and enhance developer experiences while executing cloud migrations and integrations effe...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing innovative software systems for cutting-edge healthcare SaaS platforms, driving technical excellence and strategic collaboration across teams to achieve i...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform data management by owning the strategy for a scalable Data Platform, facilitating cross-team collaboration, and enhancing the self-service analytics experience to unlock organization-wide in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by designing and developing virtual commissioning models for automated production, collaborating with engineering teams to ensure seamless integration and efficiency in manufacturing...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as you drive enterprise sales for cutting-edge AI and HPC solutions in defense, building trusted relationships and leading complex sales cycles within U.S. Army organizations for...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$286K - $326K *

Lead innovative data pipeline strategies as an influential technical expert, driving operational excellence and scalable solutions across diverse business lines through deep AWS expertise and collabor...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$181K - $259K *

Reimagine data architecture by leading the design and governance of enterprise-wide systems, driving alignment with business goals, and enhancing decision-making through modern data platforms and stra...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in pipeline integrity management through expert analysis and reporting. Leverage your technical knowledge and data interpretation skills to ensure compliance and enhance the safety of...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Pioneer automation and reliability in our platform by optimizing CI/CD pipelines and managing Kubernetes deployments, ensuring secure and efficient deployment practices while collaborating closely wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $170K *

Lead the charge in architecting Salesforce solutions, collaborating across teams to design and implement enterprise domain taxonomies and technical strategies that drive business transformation and al...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive security architecture for identity and privileged access in complex multi-domain environments. Set standards, lead implementations, and manage governance across various identity platforms and cl...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $260K *

Champion the growth of our Power Engineering practice by leading teams, setting strategic direction, and establishing standards, while driving business development within utility, renewable energy, an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$136K - $253K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable data engineering solutions to enhance healthcare analytics. Manage teams to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient data pipelines that support quality initiative...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that’s driving innovation in software development. This role involves crafting high-quality code across front and back-end technologies, collaborating with diverse teams, and delivering im...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $187K *

Lead the charge in innovative RTL design, owning complex digital hardware development. Collaborate within a high-performance team, driving solutions and taking ownership throughout the ASIC/FPGA lifec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $240K *

Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare operations using AI technology. Shape architectural decisions and collaborate with engineering teams to develop scalable backend services, improving member exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join as a Principal Technology Architect to define scalable AWS environments and lead cloud-native SaaS architecture. Shape AI-driven solutions and collaborate across teams to ensure robust product de...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative storage solutions while enhancing cloud platforms globally. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop features, optimize systems, and contribute to open-source projects, d...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of healthcare integration by architecting enterprise solutions to meet diverse client needs. Collaborate with teams and customers to optimize core components in a dynamic, remote envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $108K *

Join our Grid Code Compliance team to engage with power producers and utilities, analyzing and validating generating facilities' performance and controls while contributing to innovative solutions in...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $176K *

Champion the development of cloud-native Internal Developer Platforms, leveraging your 12+ years of AWS expertise to build scalable solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally, enhance developer experie...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading a distributed engineering team to architect and deliver innovative full-stack solutions. Drive technical strategy and coding standards while ensuring alignment with pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead data conversion efforts for a major HCM modernization initiative, ensuring integrity and successful migration of legacy HR data into Workday while collaborating with diverse teams throughout the...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading database management initiatives with expertise in Oracle and SQL Server. Design, optimize, and secure data environments while supporting software development and ensuring t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.