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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$150K - $182K *

Build a future-ready platform by enhancing program integrity through cloud solutions and advanced automation, while mentoring peers and driving secure, efficient DevSecOps practices across critical pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of data innovation, designing scalable data platforms and pipelines that empower teams to make informed decisions. Play a pivotal role in enhancing data quality, r...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Shape mission-critical applications for the USMC by leveraging Oracle APEX expertise, collaborating with teams to ensure timely delivery and support of systems that enhance operational efficiency and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing construction projects through innovative formwork and shoring solutions, ensuring seamless collaboration between clients, engineers, and project teams to exc...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$113K - $142K *

Optimize modular data center electrical designs, collaborate across teams, and ensure compliance through innovative solutions. Engage hands-on with manufacturing partners and lead impactful projects i...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion technical success in our dynamic GTM team, leading product demonstrations, managing POCs, and ensuring seamless customer onboarding while collaborating closely with sales and engineering to d...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$176K - $198K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing data solutions for impactful nonprofits. As a crucial member of our Engineering team, you'll enhance our data platform and drive analytics that support our mission...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $300K *

Join a team that's shaping technological innovation and strategy across the enterprise. You will collaborate with senior leaders, mentor engineers, and advance the adoption of cutting-edge technologie...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $120K *

Transform industrial automation solutions through technical implementation and delivery of MES/MOM, Industrial DataOps, and digital transformations. Collaborate with teams to ensure high-quality proje...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and maintain enterprise data integrations, ensuring interoperability and data quality through technical solutions and governance initiatives across systems...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Analyze complex financial datasets to detect and prevent financial crime. Grow your career by providing insights on AML and KYC initiatives as a key member of a dynamic, fully remote U.S. team committ...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential in higher education by guiding clients through the implementation of Colleague ERP solutions, enhancing their operational efficiencies and modernizing their campuses through expert te...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $185K *

Drive impactful data transformation by establishing trusted analytics models. Shape core metrics, ensure data quality, and collaborate cross-functionally to enable business insights and financial repo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $155K *

Shape the future of healthcare solutions by driving product definitions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and enhancing pharmacy operations. Leverage deep domain knowledge to translate busin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to develop, implement, and enhance quality assurance strategies for a critical identity management program, ensuring secure and scalable software solutions meet industry standards...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$272K - $431K *

Join a leading team to architect and develop next-gen Kubernetes platforms, enhancing cloud and on-prem environments with scalable, resilient solutions for AI and computational workloads across large...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate business efficiency by analyzing requirements, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving enhancements in order-to-cash (O2C) processes through effective communication and document...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$185K - $260K *

Take ownership of application security by leading vulnerability management across our tech stack, integrating robust security practices into CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring safe open-source software usa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a technical leader, driving integrations for large brands, fostering client relations, and mentoring teams while ensuring high-quality project delivery in an innovative environm...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $230K *

Elevate enterprise architecture by guiding design and integration of Oracle Cloud applications, enhancing business processes like finance and supply chain while ensuring best practices in data governa...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $265K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic organization by ensuring clients understand and harness the value of graph data technology. Collaborate with sales to drive and optimize the technical sales cycle, lea...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of software testing by leveraging AI tools to enhance QA processes in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with engineering teams to maintain robust automated testing frameworks and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $192K *

Transform the sports data landscape by architecting innovative, low-latency analytics systems. Play a key role in building cutting-edge products that deliver real-time insights in a dynamic environmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Engineer supporting real-time analytics for sports. Collaborate in developing innovative data products that enhance our consumer and enterprise offerings, ensuring high...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K *

Serve as a key architect for real-time analytics systems, enhancing data products and improving infrastructure. Collaborate on building innovative sports betting solutions while ensuring seamless inte...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week 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.