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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$129K - $180K *

Drive client success as a Workday Payroll expert, ensuring seamless post-production support while navigating competing priorities. Collaborate, mentor, and innovate to enhance customer satisfaction an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $163K *

Transform engineering teams by managing performance and fostering delivery excellence across Agile environments. Ensure system reliability and security while collaborating with stakeholders to align t...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming insights into actionable decisions, driving data impact within the business, and fostering partnerships to improve outcomes in a direct-to-consumer financial services e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $156K *

Accelerate your career by modernizing legacy systems with cloud-native architectures. Collaborate with a dedicated team focused on transforming back-office operations through innovative software solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Shape the future of software development by writing high-quality code, collaborating with teams, and enhancing applications to meet user needs. Contribute your expertise to innovative solutions in a d...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in architecting innovative healthcare data integration solutions that ensure compliance and optimize performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $150K *

Take ownership of the development and management of a key AP payments software, driving integration with Microsoft Dynamics BC and Acumatica while enhancing user experience and product effectiveness t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $125K *

Partner with us to provide critical financial analysis and technical writing support to enhance the Military Health System. Collaborate on policy research, data consolidation, and deliver concise repo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer experiences in insurance solutions. As a Senior Business Analyst, you'll bridge the gap between clients and delivery teams, ensuring seamless require...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$156K - $178K *

Shape the future of AI Agent solutions by designing scalable architectures and integrations for enterprise deployments, optimizing multi-system environments to enhance customer interactions and stream...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead and grow a distributed team of data professionals to architect, deploy, and maintain robust ML systems and data infrastructures, enhancing user engagement and driving business outcomes for a glob...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by securing multi-cloud environments through innovative strategies, robust security controls, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and resilience agains...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to tackle complex challenges using modern technologies. Collaborate with diverse teams to design, develop, and implement full-stack applications that enhance business value while driving innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $105K *

Deliver strategic oversight for information protection initiatives, ensuring compliance with data regulations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to strengthen organizational defenses agai...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Optimize tooling availability and performance by collaborating closely with engineering and production teams. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, manage tooling repairs, spare components, and en...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Deliver impact as a lead data manager, ensuring quality and timely data management from start to lock for clinical projects, while collaborating with clients and teams to overcome challenges and meet...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Accelerate development by designing and maintaining innovative applications in cloud and on-prem environments. Collaborate effectively with teams, guide junior engineers, and ensure high-quality, test...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K *

Transform the organization's hybrid technology landscape by leading high-performing teams in infrastructure management. Ensure operational integrity, cybersecurity, and alignment with business objecti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $210K *

Launch your career by leading data management initiatives in clinical trials. You'll establish processes and oversee vendors, ensuring data quality and compliance while collaborating with cross-functi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $158K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise systems with secure automation and AI-driven solutions. As a core member, you'll engineer innovative infrastructure while embedding security controls into ever...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $161K *

Unlock potential by driving go-to-market strategies for innovative high-speed connectivity solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance product positioning and develop impactful marketing materials...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic software engineering team to build impactful solutions using AI, microservices, and cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate across disciplines to innovate and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $288K *

Transform enterprise cloud storage solutions by leading design, engineering, and modernization efforts. Drive data protection, resiliency, and strategic technology decisions across complex environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Own complex backend initiatives to enhance Git data storage systems, driving performance, reliability, and operational excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative solutions while...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the design and governance of innovative data architectures for AI solutions, ensuring alignment with governance and compliance standards, while enabling advanced analytics and production-ready A...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.