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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Transform your career by developing innovative IC package designs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing solutions to meet diverse engineering requirements in a dynamic environment...
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Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise data design, leading initiatives that enhance data governance, integration, and AI readiness. Collaborate with business and tech partners to deliver...
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Drive modernization efforts as a Technical Lead, guiding SQL and .NET engineering teams in transforming monolithic databases into microservices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high...
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Shape the future of software solutions by developing and enhancing diverse systems. Collaborate on complex projects while ensuring quality and performance standards. Drive innovation through robust al...
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Lead the design and implementation of enterprise architecture solutions, ensuring alignment with business strategies and technical standards to enhance performance, scalability, and security across sy...
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Unlock potential by enhancing portfolio delivery through risk management, standardizing practices, and optimizing productivity. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive construction excellence and cont...
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Join a team that's redefining data center architecture with innovative design and sustainable solutions while leading cross-functional projects globally to support cloud operations...
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Join us to transform enterprise OS infrastructure through modern practices, leveraging your Python expertise and operational skills to drive modernization, package migrations, and effective CI/CD impl...
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Advance enterprise OS modernization by leveraging hands-on Python and infrastructure skills. Collaborate with SRE teams to enhance CI/CD processes and automate migration tasks. Drive technical transit...
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Empower critical business applications by managing and supporting cloud technologies. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, automate tasks, and enhance operational efficiency in a dynamic IT...
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Unlock operational excellence by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and implement effective processes, drive consistency, and enhance data-driven decision-making across the organizat...
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Optimize data architecture by analyzing and transforming complex datasets, ensuring seamless data flow and delivery for cross-functional teams. Collaborate with developers and analysts to enhance data...
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Champion the development and delivery of data products, collaborating with stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable roadmaps. Drive product vision, prioritize backlogs, and ensure effe...
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Join a team that's shaping the future of data products. As a Manager, you'll drive the vision and implementation of data solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance data accessibility and go...
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Site Reliability Engineer III (DBA)
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Transform the reliability of production database systems, optimizing performance and architecting solutions. Lead operational procedures while mentoring a skilled team and ensuring seamless service th...
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Canoo Data Platform - Data Engineer
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Pioneer innovative data solutions by developing scalable pipelines for transforming data across various platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data integrity, security, and performance wh...
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Infrastructure Engineering Senior Engineer
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Empower your career by leading hardware installations and configurations for advanced IT operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support and maintain critical systems, ensuring optimal...
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Transform data integrity processes to enhance risk management systems. Collaborate on complex data initiatives within a fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance and delivering high-quality technolo...
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Join a team that's building scalable, data-driven solutions by designing and managing robust data pipelines. Play a key role in enhancing analytics capabilities while collaborating with product teams...
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Drive the design and maintenance of scalable data architectures, transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data quality and optimize ETL processes, en...
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Join a team that's dedicated to creating a robust graph data environment. Collaborate with experienced engineers to integrate diverse data sources, evolving complex information into an accessible and...
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Optimize your career by supporting the development of a semantic data environment. Collaborate with engineers to integrate data sources, configure structures, and enable advanced analytics and AI-driv...
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Data Engineer, Analytics (Technical Leadership)
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Tackle complex data architecture challenges and drive analytics strategies to enhance cross-platform components, collaborating closely with engineering and product teams to optimize data utilization a...
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Data Engineer, Analytics (Technical Leadership)
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Drive the vision for a robust data foundation and analytics, influencing product development across diverse platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and optimize large-scale data architectur...
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Data Engineer, Analytics (Technical Leadership)
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Lead the architectural vision for data infrastructure, collaborating cross-functionally to construct robust data models and optimize analytics, while ensuring data quality, privacy, and adherence to i...
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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.