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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$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining database engineering for complex systems. You'll provide critical support to the Intelligence Community, ensuring high performance, security, and innovative solutions in...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing KPIs and optimizing data systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance metrics, support database operations, and drive data analysis across multiple platforms...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leveraging your expertise in Oracle database administration to modernize critical government systems. Collaborate with developers to optimize performance and ensure data integri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's modernizing critical government systems by leveraging your expertise in Oracle 19c database administration. Collaborate with developers to optimize performance and ensure data integ...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the modernization of critical government systems by leveraging your expertise in Oracle 19c database administration, ensuring data integrity, performance optimization, and seamless integratio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate with us as a Database Engineer, enhancing critical government systems through Oracle 19c expertise. Collaborate on schema design, performance tuning, and data integrity to support seamless ap...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data management by designing and maintaining scalable cloud-based pipelines. Lead integration efforts, ensure data quality, and optimize performance while collaborating with teams to impleme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mission-critical database systems. This role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing robust database solutions while collaborating with cross-function...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower enterprise-level database integrity through designing and optimizing systems. Engage in all phases of the database lifecycle, collaborating across teams to deliver high-performance solutions a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and optimizing data solutions on Microsoft Azure. This role focuses on building scalable data pipelines and enhancing analytics capabilities to drive digital...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $135K *

Play a key role in designing and optimizing data solutions on Microsoft Azure, enhancing analytics and reporting capabilities. Collaborate with teams to build scalable data pipelines and ensure high-q...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $135K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing data solutions on Microsoft Azure. Collaborate with teams to enhance data pipelines, support analytics, and ensure data quality, driving digital transforma...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Transform data solutions by designing and optimizing scalable pipelines on Microsoft Azure. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics and reporting, ensuring high-quality data management and governa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Elevate database performance by managing PostgreSQL on AWS RDS, executing migrations, and optimizing operations. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure seamless application modernization and mai...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Elevate data management and governance through analysis, stakeholder engagement, and AI integration. Collaborate with teams to enhance data processes and deliver actionable insights in a dynamic envir...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $197K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing enterprise database environments for geospatial applications, leveraging your expertise to enhance performance, security, and integration in complex custom...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $115K *

Drive data engineering initiatives by providing expertise in data modeling, ETL processes, and data governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and compliance while deli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $115K *

Drive data engineering excellence by managing complex data models, ETL processes, and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and compliance while supporting innovat...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leveraging advanced Teradata expertise to optimize database performance and support critical system requirements and customer solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance data arch...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize data pipelines and storage systems to ensure seamless, secure data flow across SaaS products. Collaborate with teams to design and maintain high-performance databases, enhancing reporting cap...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Elevate your career by building and optimizing data pipelines, enhancing enterprise data ecosystems, and driving automation in data preparation. Collaborate with technology teams to deliver effective...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance mission success by developing and managing databases for critical operations. Your expertise will guide software solutions through rigorous testing, troubleshooting, and com...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engineer innovative data solutions by designing, building, and maintaining scalable data infrastructure. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data workflows and enhance analytical capabilities fo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your data engineering expertise to design and optimize secure data pipelines and relational databases, enhancing performance and analytics for advanced visual applicatio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building robust data pipelines and optimizing databases to enhance analytics capabilities. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes and mentor junior engineers while ensuring...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.