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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$130K - $160K *

Empower organizations by establishing and implementing effective data governance frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality, security, and compliance, transforming data...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Unlock the power of data by leading the development of scalable data systems. Engage in designing, deploying, and optimizing cutting-edge data pipelines that enhance analytics capabilities and drive i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive the design and implementation of advanced SAP Analytics solutions, leveraging your expertise in SAP Analytics Cloud and S/4HANA. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver effective repo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive data integrity and security by optimizing SQL Server performance. Engage with clients, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with the DBA team to enhance processes and services, ensuring clients...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of data architecture by optimizing legacy systems and designing AI-native infrastructures. Lead modernization efforts and drive innovative solutions that enhance performance and suppo...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $165K *

Serve as a key architect in building event streaming systems that handle massive data volumes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data architectures, ensuring reliability and performan...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to simplifying distributed applications for developers. As a Developer Relations Engineer, you'll engage the community, create valuable content, and drive adoption of Dapr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $165K *

Transform our software applications through innovative development and optimization, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and efficiency in healthcare data solutions while...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$208K - $260K *

Join a team that's transforming AI initiatives. Lead the architectural design and development of a centralized AI platform, driving technical vision and collaboration across teams to build scalable, s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $131K *

Design automated GRC solutions that enhance compliance visibility and integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed automation in security processes, utilizing AI to streamline workflo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $125K *

Unlock potential by designing end-to-end data solutions and integrating diverse data sources. Collaborate with teams to create scalable models and lead technical initiatives for data governance and co...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the design and implementation of AI data engineering solutions, optimize scalable pipelines, and mentor team members while ensuring robust security and governance across cloud environments...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's architecting advanced data infrastructure solutions. Leverage your expertise in AWS and Python to implement scalable data pipelines and enhance system performance while collaboratin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $123K *

Lead the charge in architecting data-driven solutions and enhancing data governance for a robust analytics ecosystem while mentoring teams to drive innovation and best practices in scalable data infra...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Join our data engineering team to design and maintain robust data pipelines. Collaborate with ML and analytics teams to ensure reliable, scalable data for AI applications across sports, enhancing mode...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of high-performance replication development for large-scale data systems, enhancing disaster recovery solutions through innovative design and expertise in distributed software engineeri...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance the design and development of enterprise-grade replication systems for large-scale data platforms. Lead efforts in building high-performance asynchronous replication capabilities to ensure sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Transform ERP functionalities by serving as a hands-on technical lead, collaborating across departments to enhance business processes and maximize the value of the SyteLine environment through effecti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform the customer experience by executing successful implementations of observability solutions, ensuring a seamless transition to performance optimization and offering expert guidance to enterpr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $288K *

Accelerate your career as a senior technical authority, leading the architecture and evolution of a scalable, cloud-native data platform while partnering with cross-functional teams to enhance operati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Lead the development of a robust web application by designing, coding, and testing software while mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate on process improvements and ensure compliance with industry re...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Empower a team that's architecting large-scale systems. Drive innovation, define standards, and mentor engineering talent to enhance our core platform's architecture and reliability while collaboratin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by managing Oracle databases and supporting modernization initiatives, ensuring reliable backup and data integrity in a dynamic IT environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Develop tailored energy storage solutions by analyzing customer needs and market dynamics, ensuring alignment with technical capabilities, while collaborating effectively across teams to drive success...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $165K *

Transform the delivery process by designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows for a cloud-first SaaS environment, enhancing build reliability and deployment efficiency across te...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks 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.