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 *

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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $169K *

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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$147K - $176K *

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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $136K *

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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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$231K - $378K *

Lead the charge in optimizing database performance and efficiency across LinkedIn's data infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance query execution and storage, driving impactful improvements i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $128K *

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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $161K *

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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $105K *

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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $105K *

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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$162K - $195K *

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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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $195K *

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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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $195K *

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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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by designing and maintaining data solutions that empower analytics and decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform healthcare data into trusted resources, ensuring...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$108K - $130K *

Innovate application reliability by leading the resolution of incidents and complex problems. Collaborate cross-functionally to support system upgrades and performance enhancements, ensuring effective...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by driving automated CI/CD processes and enhancing Pega application delivery. Collaborate with teams to streamline deployment, improve release management, and ensure operational...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $110K *

Solve complex production challenges and ensure system stability as a key technical support resource. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer satisfaction through effective incident manageme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock innovative solutions by designing and deploying scalable AI models on AWS. Collaborate with stakeholders to address operational challenges and optimize performance, ensuring impactful results i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the design and implementation of scalable AI solutions on AWS, collaborating with stakeholders to optimize model performance and tackle real-world challenges through innovative generative AI...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $155K *

Elevate product integrity by leading configuration management processes, ensuring accurate documentation and change control across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams for hardware and s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $190K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of transforming automotive data into actionable insights. Engage with top-tier clients, lead consultative sales processes, and drive strategic revenue growth throug...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$139K - $163K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative substation solutions to enhance energy delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate projects, create engineering concepts, and mentor engineer...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.