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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$105K - $167K *

Pioneer innovative sales strategies to drive growth in Operational Risk Management solutions by engaging with Enterprise accounts, negotiating complex deals, and ensuring exceptional client satisfacti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate data engineering capabilities by transforming raw data into AI-ready datasets utilizing Snowflake and dbt. Collaborate across teams to develop semantic models and ensure high-quality, explaina...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Lead the charge in advancing structural designs through CAD expertise, ensuring precise engineering drawings for bridge and highway projects while collaborating with teams to facilitate excellence and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $350K *

Champion innovative mechanical designs for critical data center projects, leading multidisciplinary teams through all phases of development. Enhance mechanical expertise while ensuring compliance and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's driving technical excellence in enterprise solutions. As a trusted advisor, guide customers through the sales cycle, ensuring impactful solution design and accelerating deal progres...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $132K *

Advance your career as a pivotal DevOps Engineer, driving code management, automation, and deployment processes that enhance technology integration and support cross-platform operations in a collabora...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the strategy for zero trust security by developing policies, automating tooling, and managing compliance within the enterprise landscape while ensuring the integrity of sensitive data through ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Contribute to seamless client onboarding by implementing secure, compliant IT solutions. Collaborate with engineers and project managers, ensuring reliable outcomes through detailed planning and execu...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise system operations through innovative automation tools and cloud-based solutions, while ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance for mission-critic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Empower the design of mechanical systems for automation projects, ensuring integration, reliability, and manufacturability. Collaborate across teams, mentor junior engineers, and deliver innovative so...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Engineer scalable backend solutions and robust data pipelines using TypeScript, Node.js, and MongoDB. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, ensure reliability, and contribut...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $90K *

Shape the future of customer support by managing complex technical issues independently, ensuring seamless communication and trust with clients while identifying systemic improvements and collaboratin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Bring your expertise to elevate platform operations by designing, building, and maintaining automation and deployment frameworks. Collaborate with teams to optimize CI/CD pipelines and manage complex...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $121K *

Join a dynamic team overseeing site projects from conception to completion, driving optimization and ensuring compliance across design and engineering processes. Collaborate with interconnected teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $270K *

Engage with customers to design and prototype AI-driven data solutions, validating feasibility and performance. Blend hands-on engineering with technical storytelling to demonstrate business value in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of healthcare technology, architecting impactful Dynamics 365 and Power Platform solutions that enhance patient services and optimize operational workflows while dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $230K *

Join a team that's transforming education through innovative cloud-native platforms. As a Principal Engineer, you'll lead cross-functional initiatives, influence technical strategy, and mentor teams t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$202K - $274K *

Empower the evolution of Identity systems by re-architecting for multi-product success. Collaborate with engineering teams to tackle design challenges and deliver scalable solutions that enhance user...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $223K *

Champion innovative AI solutions by designing scalable data pipelines that transform healthcare data, enhancing decision-making and analytics to drive business insights and improve operational efficie...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $150K *

Elevate client success by partnering with credit unions to optimize technology adoption and operational efficiency. Drive value realization through tailored engagement, ensuring the voice of the custo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $130K *

Unlock your potential in a remote role focusing on system installation, diagnosing issues, and executing quality assurance. Collaborate on projects to enhance customer satisfaction and drive process i...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $164K *

Lead the charge in database management by overseeing SQL Server systems, ensuring optimal performance, compliance, and data integrity while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver effective technic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $230K *

Empower innovation by leading architectural design and development for scalable, data-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance engineering practices and produce high-qualit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $130K *

Advance internal efficiency as a Software Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to automate workflows, develop AI-driven tools, and maintain CI/CD pipelines, ensuring high-quality softwa...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a ServiceNow Sr IT Business Analyst. Lead and support the ServiceNow platform, collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance processes, develop requirements, and ensure suc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

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.