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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$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in testing software systems in a hybrid role, ensuring quality through automated tests and CI/CD practices. Collaborate within a global team to enhance product development and integrat...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $145K *

Explore your capabilities as you design and implement decision strategies within a low-code platform. Collaborate with teams to translate business needs into effective solutions, ensuring precision an...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Optimize software solutions by collaborating with teams to address customer needs, enhancing our product through innovative technical development, and driving strategic product improvements with auton...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Empower enterprise AI security initiatives by leading customer success, driving delivery excellence in engagements, and crafting compelling narratives that enhance customer risk management and expand...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Contribute to the growth of our team by providing expert support in PLM solutions across project lifecycles, including implementation, training, and customer engagement while ensuring effective deploy...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing database solutions and managing multi-client environments. Take ownership of installations, configurations, and upgrades while ensuring top performance and a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $259K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data architecture and analytics. Lead and develop high-performing engineers in creating scalable data solutions and innovative platforms that drive customer va...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Oracle database environments, ensuring peak performance and reliability across Exadata and Standard Edition platforms. Be a vital contributor to database management and a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Explore opportunities to design and implement ML solutions leveraging Snowflake's innovative features, while collaborating with strategic customers to transform data science ideas into impactful deplo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Optimize application support for critical systems across mainframe and distributed platforms. Drive incident resolution and system stability while enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with te...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead the development lifecycle of grid-scale energy projects, ensuring successful execution and stakeholder collaboration through complex timelines and integrated systems management...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Innovate your career by developing software applications, resolving issues, and collaborating with team members to deliver reliable systems on time. Utilize your programming expertise to enhance appli...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by enhancing the reliability and performance of ClickHouse Core. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal cloud delivery for customers, while driving continuous impro...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by providing database administration expertise and ensuring secure, efficient operations in a client/server environment while collaborating across departments for innovative solu...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

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

$114K - $234K *

Join a team that bridges the gap between cloud platforms and healthcare applications. Contribute to impactful solutions in healthcare by developing scalable software and leveraging innovative technolo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing OnBase solutions by developing new applications, supporting existing systems, and implementing custom workflows to meet business needs while ensuring efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping enterprise architecture and delivery standards. You'll design scalable solutions, mentor engineers, and implement innovative technologies while partnering closely with produ...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $190K *

Shape the future of data engineering by designing and operating scalable data platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally, mentor junior engineers, and drive platform modernization while ensuring perfor...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and maintaining advanced IT infrastructure platforms, ensuring reliability and security. Collaborate with teams to optimize solutions, automate processes, and enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $163K *

Invent scalable data pipelines and a modern lakehouse on AWS to support AI/ML analytics. You’ll implement robust metadata management and CI/CD for reliable deployment, ensuring high-quality, governed...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $162K *

Lead the charge in advanced ICT design for mission-critical data centers. Collaborate with stakeholders to oversee complex projects, manage resources, and drive innovation through technology adoption...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Advance your career by architecting scalable software solutions for the insurtech industry. Collaborate with clients to bridge technology and business needs, delivering superior SaaS platform capabili...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Advance enterprise data solutions by designing scalable architectures using PostgreSQL and graph databases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and support advanced data in...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $173K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Platform Team to design scalable, secure backend services and APIs. Collaborate across teams to enhance CI/CD workflows and maintain platform reliability for a ro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of data engineering as you lead a multidisciplinary team, strategizing and executing complex data initiatives. Collaborate with executives to align data strategy with business goals a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.