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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.
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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.
Database Engineer Jobs
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
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Lead the architectural design and governance of enterprise data platforms, ensuring scalable, reliable solutions. Mentor teams on best practices and engage stakeholders to align data strategies with b...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
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Join a team that's redefining data architecture by providing technical leadership and governance for enterprise data platforms. Drive best practices in data engineering, ensuring scalable, reliable so...
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$94K - $293K *
Lead the charge in architecting scalable data solutions, guiding teams on best practices, and ensuring robust governance across enterprise data platforms. Drive innovation while mentoring engineers to...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
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Empower enterprise data initiatives by providing architectural leadership and governance. Guide teams in best practices for scalable data solutions, ensuring quality and compliance while fostering inn...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$87K - $293K *
Shape the future of enterprise data architecture by leading scalable solutions, guiding best practices, and ensuring data governance. Collaborate with teams to design robust data pipelines and mentor...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$94K - $293K *
Lead the architectural design and governance of enterprise data platforms, ensuring scalable, reliable solutions. Guide teams on best practices, data quality, and stakeholder engagement to drive succe...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$94K - $293K *
Engineer scalable data solutions by leading architecture and governance for enterprise data platforms. Guide teams on best practices, ensuring robust designs and data quality while mentoring engineers...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$100K - $270K *
Lead the architectural direction and governance for enterprise data platforms. Guide teams in best practices, design patterns, and data quality while ensuring scalable, reliable solutions that meet bu...
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Transform enterprise data architecture by leading scalable solutions, guiding best practices, and ensuring data quality. Collaborate with stakeholders to design robust systems that meet business needs...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$94K - $293K *
Shape the future of data architecture by leading enterprise-level initiatives, guiding teams on best practices, and ensuring scalable, high-quality data solutions that meet business needs and governan...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$87K - $253K *
Elevate enterprise data architecture by leading scalable solutions, guiding teams on best practices, and ensuring robust governance. Drive innovation in data engineering while collaborating with stake...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$94K - $293K *
Empower your career by leading architectural direction and governance for enterprise data platforms. Guide teams in best practices, ensure data quality, and foster collaboration across stakeholders to...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$87K - $293K *
Drive architectural excellence and governance for enterprise data platforms, guiding teams in scalable design, data quality, and best practices. Foster collaboration with stakeholders to ensure robust...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$94K - $293K *
Drive architectural excellence and governance for enterprise data platforms, guiding teams in scalable design, data quality, and best practices. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure robust solution...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
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Join us to lead architectural direction and governance for enterprise data platforms. Drive best practices in data engineering, ensure scalable solutions, and mentor teams while collaborating with sta...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$94K - $293K *
Engage with a dynamic team to lead enterprise data architecture initiatives, ensuring scalable, reliable solutions while mentoring engineers and driving best practices in data governance and quality a...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$94K - $293K *
Drive architectural excellence by leading data engineering initiatives, ensuring scalable, reliable solutions while mentoring teams and influencing best practices across enterprise data platforms...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$87K - $253K *
Drive architectural excellence and data governance for enterprise data platforms. Lead design and implementation of scalable data solutions, ensuring best practices in data engineering and quality acr...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$87K - $293K *
Elevate your career by leading architectural direction and governance for enterprise data platforms. Guide teams in best practices, ensure data quality, and foster scalable solutions while collaborati...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$94K - $253K *
Pioneer scalable data architecture solutions, guiding teams in best practices and governance for enterprise data platforms. Lead design efforts, ensuring robust data quality and effective stakeholder...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
$100K - $293K *
Transform enterprise data architecture by leading scalable solutions, guiding best practices, and ensuring data quality across all layers. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver robust designs and m...
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
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Data Architect / Data Engineering Lead - Finance
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does a Database Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.