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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$120K - $145K *

Shape your career with this dynamic role, collaborating end-to-end in Salesforce CPQ solutions and integrations, with ownership of delivery, design, and support processes while operating in a high-imp...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Grow your career as you design and develop innovative web applications, contributing to a collaborative team that values your input and drives project success through advanced cloud-native technologie...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $130K *

Shape the future of cloud data management by designing and optimizing systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance data solutions and ensure security while driving performance in cloud environments to...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's leading the design of high-performance storage solutions for AI, ensuring seamless data delivery across GPU infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect sca...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing scalable data pipelines using Azure services. Collaborate with various stakeholders to optimize data flows and deliver reliable data for enhanced decisio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $160K *

Join a team that's building scalable data solutions on GCP to modernize healthcare analytics. Drive innovation in data ingestion, automation, and semantic layers that empowers enterprise-wide reportin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Take ownership of a top-tier data engineering team, driving technical leadership and operational excellence in data infrastructure design and development while ensuring scalability and reliability acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with impactful database administration, ensuring operational stability while driving a migration to Amazon Aurora. Collaborate in a dynamic team to uphold critical government revenue...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Play a key role in enhancing our security posture by managing vulnerabilities, developing policies, and leading compliance efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvem...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $116K *

Unlock potential by enhancing the infrastructure of cloud databases, driving innovation in high-availability solutions, and ensuring seamless performance for critical applications in a fast-paced envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development of innovative LLM-powered analytics systems, enhancing healthcare data insights through natural-language processing, robust querying, and compliance features, while collaborating...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $174K *

Drive the growth and technical direction of a prominent DevOps team, ensuring infrastructure reliability and performance while fostering collaboration across product, engineering, and security teams t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $124K *

Join a team that's transforming data center solutions. As an Application Engineer, you'll shape technical strategies, collaborate with key industry players, and ensure seamless project execution in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Engineer innovative SaaS platforms and infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions. Leverage deep skills in cloud tech, software development, and customer insights t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $115K *

Launch your career as a Data Engineer, enhancing analytics and ML readiness through the development of scalable data solutions and optimizing Azure-based infrastructure...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$130K - $140K *

Transform data solutions by guiding a cross-functional team to support high-priority analytics for federal clients. Ensure efficient data pipeline operations while implementing cutting-edge technologi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Drive quality assurance in field operations, ensuring compliance and system performance through inspections, testing, and collaboration. Liaise with teams to uphold safety and quality standards throug...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Advance your career by leading cross-functional engineering teams to transform insurance solutions. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure operational excellence, and foster a culture of innovation while...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $131K *

Transform customer experiences by leading a dynamic team of skilled developers in creating innovative web and mobile applications. Drive technical direction, develop cutting-edge solutions, and enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $139K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior technical lead in enterprise data engineering, responsible for architecting and optimizing scalable data platforms. Drive data quality and observability while collabora...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate growth by driving new business leads and client relations in the Chemicals & LNG sectors. Collaborate with teams to exceed sales forecasts while managing proposals and fostering strategic p...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $154K *

Support the design and implementation of scalable PLM data models in Teamcenter, ensuring compliance with Navy standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data consistency and facilitate miss...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $234K *

Transform the data platform by serving as a technical leader. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable software solutions, ensuring operations meet standards for reliability, security, and complia...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $176K *

Lead the charge in developing enterprise architecture frameworks to align IT systems with business processes, driving efficiency and productivity across clinical and organizational initiatives while m...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $180K *

Champion high-quality data solutions as a Senior Manager, leading a team of engineers and data scientists. Shape strategies, maintain data integrity, and empower business analytics through effective c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.