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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$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by enhancing mission-critical applications on Microsoft Azure and Power Platform. Collaborate in an Agile environment to optimize data architecture and improve public-facing serv...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $120K *

Drive your career with impactful data engineering solutions, building and maintaining ETL pipelines on Databricks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data accessibility for clients, le...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Engage with clients by providing technical solutions and support throughout the sales cycle. Collaborate on automation projects, prepare detailed proposals, and maintain documentation while leveraging...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $165K *

Elevate your career by providing critical database support and modernization services. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement security measures, coordinate data changes, and ensure accurate report...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in providing technical leadership across data platforms. Own objectives and roadmaps, drive major initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance an...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage and optimize patch management across diverse platforms. Play a key role in ensuring compliance and security while fostering collaboration to enhance vulnerability man...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform marketing analytics by leading the development of scalable data pipelines and reusable datasets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support advanced analytics and machine learning in...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform data architecture by leading the design and implementation of innovative, cloud-native solutions that empower advanced analytics and drive business insights. Mentor teams and shape architect...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$169K - $226K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering transformative Oracle solutions. You'll lead full life cycle implementations, document requirements, and provide training, ensuring clients achieve their bus...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and maintain scalable data infrastructures that enhance operational systems and analytics. Collaborate with military and engineering teams to deliver secure, reliable dat...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Elevate enterprise infrastructure testing by leading validation and quality initiatives across diverse technology landscapes, ensuring operational readiness and reliability of critical services throug...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Drive test engineering strategy for enterprise infrastructure, focusing on quality, resiliency, and automation. Collaborate across teams to validate performance and ensure operational readiness of cri...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Optimize infrastructure testing strategies by leading enterprise validation and quality engineering efforts. Collaborate across diverse technology teams to ensure the reliability and resilience of cri...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$169K - $226K *

Elevate your career as you empower clients through Oracle implementations, driving transformation and delivering tailored solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance business processes and a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $226K *

Elevate your career by providing expert advisory and implementation services in Oracle solutions. Collaborate with clients to transform their business needs through full life cycle projects, ensuring...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $226K *

Lead the charge in transforming client organizations by delivering Oracle solutions. Utilize your expertise in full life cycle implementations to drive business success and empower teams with the tool...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $226K *

Transform client operations by delivering expert Oracle solutions, guiding full life cycle implementations, and ensuring user adoption through training and support. Collaborate with teams to meet busi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $226K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver Oracle solutions, guiding clients through full life cycle implementations while enhancing their operational efficiency and achieving transformational goals with expert s...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $226K *

Innovate your career by delivering Oracle solutions that transform client operations. Collaborate with teams to implement full life cycle projects, ensuring user adoption and post-production support w...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $226K *

Shape client success by delivering Oracle solutions through full life cycle implementations, ensuring alignment with business objectives while providing training and post-production support to enhance...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $226K *

Build transformative Oracle solutions by leading full life cycle implementations, documenting requirements, and training users to enhance client operations and achieve strategic goals with confidence...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $226K *

Lead the charge in delivering Oracle solutions by guiding clients through full life cycle implementations, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and fostering user adoption through training and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $226K *

Drive transformation by delivering Oracle solutions that meet client needs. Engage in full life cycle implementations, document requirements, and provide training and support to ensure successful user...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $226K *

Empower clients by delivering expert Oracle solutions, guiding full life cycle implementations, and ensuring user adoption through training and support. Collaborate with teams to meet business objecti...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Empower organizational success by leading the architecture and integration of a robust Master Data Management platform, ensuring data quality and governance to support diverse enterprise initiatives a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.