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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$106K - $284K *

Lead the transformation of developer platforms by architecting scalable telemetry pipelines, enhancing observability, and driving open technology adoption across enterprise systems. Engage with divers...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$218K - $256K *

Drive technical strategy in Developer Infrastructure, owning CI/build systems and deployment orchestration. Lead cross-team initiatives, ensuring scalable improvements for thousands of engineers and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud innovation! This role centers on architecting and managing robust Azure cloud solutions, optimizing infrastructure, and collaborating with cross-functiona...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop, lead, and innovate as you enhance logistics applications and APIs, driving efficient delivery solutions. Collaborate closely with teams to tackle operational challenges and implement advanced...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Generative AI by building and deploying cutting-edge applications. Collaborate with experts to implement LLM solutions, ensuring high-quality software is deliv...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading construction projects from planning through completion. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely delivery and adherence to safety and quality standards while mana...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$240K *

Champion platform reliability and operational excellence by transforming engineering practices into a centralized, disciplined function, empowering teams to enhance deployment practices and incident m...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead a global technical organization by defining the vision for CNC post development and overseeing technical standards to deliver innovative, scalable, and customer-focused solutions. Hire, inspire...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $210K *

Optimize real-time event pipelines by leading technical innovations, mentoring teams, and ensuring system reliability. Collaborate to enhance product efficiency and operational advantages in a hands-o...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize IAM Governance processes by developing automation scripts and integrations using PowerShell, Python, Tines, and AI tools. Collaborate to enhance efficiency while leveraging enterprise identit...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $170K *

Drive customer satisfaction by overseeing advanced troubleshooting, installations, and repairs of electronic equipment. Mentor junior engineers and manage escalations, ensuring compliance and effectiv...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $147K *

Lead and optimize a team of Enterprise Technical Leads while managing complex enterprise engagements. Drive team development and technical solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction and efficiency acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing and commercializing payer analytics products, driving product strategy and execution within a matrixed environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate market ins...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a leading role in Windows systems administration, providing critical support for enterprise Microsoft environments. Engage in advanced troubleshooting, security hardening, and ma...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $229K *

Join us to play a key role in delivering exceptional SAP FICO support, driving successful project implementations, and fostering customer satisfaction through strategic account oversight and leadershi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Innovate solutions in a hands-on engineering role, empowering mission users by integrating cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems and drive real-world impact, with deep collaboration and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by crafting advanced software solutions through Oracle APEX and PL/SQL. Collaborate across projects while enhancing application performance and security within an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$124K - $241K *

Transform GPU performance through innovative compiler development and optimizations. Collaborate with top engineers to enhance complex architectures for cutting-edge graphics and compute applications...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead innovative solutions by leveraging data to drive actionable insights and high-impact decisions for fleet managers. Collaborate across teams to create and refine software that enhances analytics c...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Drive the technical vision for mobile app development, mentoring a team while ensuring high-quality releases and innovative solutions aligned with public safety missions. Work on complex Android archi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

The Senior Sales Engineer will play a crucial role in enhancing the effectiveness and productivity of the Sales Team by partnering with Strategic Account Executives for product demonstrations and cust...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower a team to coordinate power outages by analyzing impacts and bundling shutdowns effectively. Lead cross-functional meetings, manage project assignments, and drive continuous improvement initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Shape technical sales strategies by leveraging your engineering expertise to showcase our innovative observability solutions, influence prospective clients, and drive successful sales outcomes through...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $230K *

Champion cutting-edge, scalable systems to drive financial automation and data integrity across Upstart's operations, ensuring the reliability and performance of critical financial workflows and pavin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $115K *

Unlock potential by developing scalable full-stack applications, optimizing performance, and contributing to cutting-edge AI features within an innovative, agile team environment. Drive operational ex...

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.