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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$110K - $177K *

Innovate your career with a hands-on Forward Deployed Engineer role, engaging in Kubernetes migrations and AI infrastructure, collaborating directly with client teams to enhance platforms through acti...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading data pipeline strategies and offshore teams. Oversee ingestion and ensure reliability across critical data processes. Utilize your engineering expertise to enhance data...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $275K *

Lead a team of engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions, driving technical direction and fostering team growth. Collaborate with leadership to align engineering efforts with business objec...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$226K - $369K *

Drive reliability excellence at scale as a technical authority, shaping systems and standards across LinkedIn Engineering. Elevate service performance with a focus on resilience, incident reduction, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate enterprise application solutions through hands-on technical leadership and architectural direction, guiding teams to deliver secure, scalable systems while aligning with client standards and p...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance an enterprise Data Lakehouse platform, driving operational excellence and aligning technology with business strategies to empower data-driven insigh...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Advance your career by architecting autonomous AI solutions using AWS Bedrock. Drive technology innovation, engage with senior leadership, and design scalable systems for intelligent enterprise data i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K *

Drive innovative AI solutions in a client-facing role, leveraging your software engineering expertise to implement transformative technology directly into clients' tech stacks while collaborating with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $128K *

Join a team that's designing and developing impactful software solutions. Collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to create high-quality applications and consistently deliver innovative...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $128K *

Develop, implement, and maintain software solutions, collaborating cross-functionally to deliver high-quality features. Engage in design reviews, incorporate best practices, and ensure optimal perform...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $176K *

Champion cutting-edge technology solutions by aligning engineering practice with business goals. Leverage over 8 years of data insights expertise to drive innovation and cross-functional collaboration...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Solve complex challenges as a Senior SCADA Engineer, designing intuitive automation graphics for advanced control systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance project outcomes and mentor junior...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $150K *

Empower AI capabilities by overseeing infrastructure for production AI solutions. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enable operational readiness, monitor performance, and drive contin...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $145K *

Transform the data landscape by designing AWS-native data foundations for AI applications. Lead the development of knowledge graphs, data modeling, and pipelines, ensuring high-quality, reliable data...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $125K *

Lead the charge in enhancing and optimizing the DocuSign CLM platform, ensuring robust application performance and error resolution while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving complex data integration solutions, influencing client onboarding and platform usage. This pivotal role demands technical leadership, process enhancements, and project owner...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$81K - $139K *

Join us to advance business analysis excellence, fostering strong stakeholder relationships while driving clarity in requirements and delivering high-complexity solutions that resonate across the orga...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of the technical strategy for a pioneering AI-native platform, making critical engineering decisions that influence the organization's future while mentoring a team to elevate overall t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance the Encompass LOS platform by developing custom solutions, streamlining workflows, and ensuring seamless integrations to drive efficient loan origination processes...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights. As a key member, you will leverage your expertise in AI and data engineering to drive strategic initiatives, enhance processes, and deliv...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $180K *

Partner with us to lead AI governance efforts, designing scalable enterprise architectures and transformative AI strategies that drive innovation, compliance, and responsible tech deployment across mu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Drive technical support leadership by overseeing incident management and customer communication during PT business hours. Act as the senior decision-maker, managing cross-team coordination and ensurin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by building and maintaining data scrapers, ensuring data accuracy, and developing Python ETL pipelines. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance data integration within our innovati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $220K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading the development of innovative healthcare software. Drive technical direction, ensure system reliability, and mentor a growing team as you scale expertise and...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing and building a cutting-edge data platform. Utilize your expertise in lakehouse architecture, streaming, and batch processing while collaborating with cross-functional team...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.