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 - $172K *

Lead the estimating process for large-scale projects, ensuring accurate bid preparation and mentorship for your high-performing team. Manage resources, establish standards, and cultivate relationships...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$192K - $202K *

Drive impactful backend development initiatives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, owning complex platform workstreams from design to launch while ensuring compliance and operational excellen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $157K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative substation systems and drawings. Collaborate with engineers in managing comprehensive electrical projects for utilities, ensuring quality, safety, and compl...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive revenue growth and build a scalable sales system for data solutions. Your expertise in enterprise sales, pipeline development, and process innovation will shape the future...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of hydropower projects by leading planning and execution. Oversee budgets, procurement, stakeholder coordination, and risk management. Drive success through cross-functional teamwork...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing and applying innovative engineering solutions for complex power generation projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliverables, engage with clients, and super...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $105K *

Lead impactful mining engineering initiatives while collaborating with industry stakeholders. Manage project evaluations, mine planning, and grant oversight to support sustainable resource development...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a fast-paced startup by enhancing our infrastructure. You'll drive improvements across AWS, Terraform, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring robust, scalable, and secure sys...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement intelligent automation and agentic workflows that enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation within a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$93K - $140K *

Engage with customers by providing expert on-site support, installation, and troubleshooting of complex systems. Develop strong relationships and enhance operational quality through effective communic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of security initiatives by driving technical direction across teams. Own architectural decisions, lead complex projects, mentor engineers, and align security strategy with business go...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Transform software development as a vital contributor, driving Oracle CPQ and Java projects. Utilize your expertise through the entire lifecycle, adhering to best practices while collaborating closely...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $118K *

Transform the network infrastructure by designing, implementing, and maintaining high-performance systems. Engage in optimizing reliability and security while collaborating on innovative solutions to...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $150K *

Grow your career by leading business solutions in a dynamic technology environment, driving strategic initiatives, and maximizing operational effectiveness through collaboration with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by shaping mobile development solutions and guiding implementation teams to deliver projects following your architectural designs, ensuring quality and effectiveness throughout the de...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $230K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing the developer experience by building a trusted internal platform for AI engineers, focusing on intuitive tooling, reliability, and seamless deployment of AI m...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join us as you lead strategic data science initiatives, aligning technical solutions with client needs across diverse industries while mentoring teams and fostering innovation throughout the project l...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $127K *

Deliver top-notch cloud operations support by managing client onboarding and IT system migrations across Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Linux environments. Collaborate with clients to tailor solutions, tro...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform the cloud infrastructure and SRE practices to enhance reliability and security while driving efficient deployment for product teams, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness in a fast-pace...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving M&A strategies, evaluating acquisitions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance growth in financial services technology...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$184K - $231K *

Elevate user engagement by leading design for embedded analytics in a complex multi-team environment. Drive design strategy, enhance system usage, and collaborate closely with engineering to deliver e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Empower healthcare transformation by developing scalable web applications and robust data solutions. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative technology that enhances performance, observability...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $127K *

Optimize client onboarding by engaging in cloud technology deployments, migrations, and support services. Collaborate with project teams to design secure solutions, address infrastructure needs, and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower our team by leveraging full-stack .NET expertise to design and develop innovative web applications. Engage in agile practices and ensure high-quality solutions that meet client needs while fos...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Champion the global administration and support of OT network infrastructure, driving technical solutions to meet diverse business needs while fostering an environment of teamwork and continuous improv...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.