Explore Database Engineer Jobs

Database engineers design, build, and maintain the systems that help organizations store, manage, and access critical information. From optimizing database performance to supporting cloud migrations and data-intensive applications, these professionals make reliable, secure data infrastructure possible. Explore vetted Database Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Database Engineers Do

Database engineers develop and improve database architectures, write and optimize queries, manage data pipelines, and monitor availability and performance. Depending on the organization, they may work with relational or NoSQL databases, cloud data services, distributed systems, and tools for backup, recovery, and data security. They often collaborate with software engineers, data teams, IT, and business stakeholders to turn application and analytics requirements into dependable data solutions.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with SQL and database platforms such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, or MongoDB. Familiarity with cloud providers, data modeling, automation, scripting, performance tuning, high availability, and security practices can also be valuable. Requirements vary by role, but strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate technical tradeoffs are important.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Database engineers work across industries including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and media. Career opportunities may include senior database engineer, database architect, cloud database engineer, data platform engineer, or related infrastructure and data engineering roles. Browse current openings to compare responsibilities, technologies, and compensation, and find a position that matches your experience and goals.

Find Database Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Database Engineer jobs to discover roles where you can apply your database expertise, support essential data systems, and grow your career.

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$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in optimizing database infrastructure as a PostgreSQL Database Architect, ensuring integrity, security, and performance while collaborating with developers and users to enhance system...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $145K *

Pioneer your career with this unique opportunity to build data systems and pipelines for federal IT modernization. Join a dynamic Agile team to create innovative solutions supporting national critical...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform data solutions by leading kdb+ platform builds, ensuring seamless real-time and historical data management. You'll influence architecture, enhance performance, and guide teams in delivering...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Champion the optimization and management of complex Oracle database environments, ensuring high availability and performance for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Database Engineer/Developer, specializing in PostgreSQL. Drive database operations, optimize performance, and support application development in a hybrid-remote environment, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance clinical data management and reporting solutions. Collaborate with teams to develop high-quality data sources for our analytics platform, ensuring effective integration of h...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $130K *

Transform data solutions as a Senior Data Engineer, optimizing enterprise platforms and integrating applications. Leverage cloud technologies to enhance data accessibility and performance, driving cri...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $114K *

Shape the future of data engineering by building and optimizing reliable data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data systems, ensuring quality and scalability while leverag...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Oversee Oracle database administration for mission-critical systems, ensuring optimal performance and security in both on-premises and cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to maintain compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage in building scalable cloud-based data solutions that empower analytics and data-driven decisions. Collaborate with a talented team to modernize data platforms and tackle complex data challenges...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to building scalable cloud-based data solutions that empower analytics and data-driven decisions. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to modernize data platforms and tackle complex...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Engineer scalable enterprise storage solutions, optimizing performance and resilience across on-premises and cloud environments. Collaborate on lifecycle management and disaster recovery strategies to...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $139K *

Contribute to data transformation by leveraging structured and unstructured data, enhancing data models, and resolving quality issues in a collaborative environment to support business insights and st...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by overseeing high-performance Microsoft SQL Server environments. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance database security, efficiency, and modernization while ensuring compliance...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Optimize database performance and security by managing Microsoft SQL Server environments. Collaborate with IT teams to implement modern technologies and ensure compliance, while providing high availab...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by providing technical support for a large SQL database, translating business needs into reliable solutions while ensuring database performance and security for critical research o...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Contribute to data generation processes in a dynamic environment, ensuring accurate execution and timely delivery of data to stakeholders while managing service requests and troubleshooting issues eff...

Markham, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $188K *

Shape data solutions by designing and maintaining scalable pipelines and frameworks, ensuring data quality and governance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet evolving business need...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of data solutions as a Database Support Engineer, driving customer success through onboarding, technical support, and collaboration with sales teams to enhance product adoption and op...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Play a key role in designing and maintaining scalable data platforms, collaborating with analysts and engineers to deliver secure, efficient data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, and Snow...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $170K *

Elevate data solutions by designing and implementing scalable data pipelines and governance frameworks, collaborating with stakeholders and IT experts to optimize data flow and support business object...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Launch data engineering initiatives in a dynamic startup, designing scalable pipelines and collaborating with teams to optimize processes while ensuring data quality and integrity in a fast-paced envi...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of complex B2B SaaS products by leading design and engineering collaboration, creating prototypes, and refining user experiences based on real customer feedback. Join a dynamic team d...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$86K - $132K *

Develop and maintain advanced data acquisition and control systems for aerospace testing, ensuring accurate measurements and optimal performance during ground tests. Collaborate with teams to support...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive the efficiency of our enterprise Oracle database environment, optimizing performance and ensuring high availability while collaborating across Agile teams to guide complex migrations and robust...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Database Engineer do?question toggle

    A Database Engineer designs, builds, and maintains databases and related data infrastructure. Typical responsibilities include data modeling, query and performance optimization, reliability, security, backups, and supporting applications or analytics.

  • What skills are commonly required for Database Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common skills include SQL, database design, performance tuning, and experience with platforms such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle, or MongoDB. Cloud services, scripting, automation, data pipelines, and security knowledge may also be requested.

  • What is the difference between a Database Engineer and a Database Administrator?question toggle

    The roles can overlap. Database Administrators often focus on operating, securing, and maintaining database systems, while Database Engineers may spend more time designing, building, automating, and improving database architectures and data infrastructure.

  • Do Database Engineers need cloud experience?question toggle

    Not every role requires it, but many employers value experience with cloud database services and platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud. Check each job description for the specific technologies and responsibilities.

  • What kinds of Database Engineer jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    You can explore vetted professional Database Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles focused on database development, cloud platforms, performance, architecture, and data infrastructure. Availability and requirements vary by employer.