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 with the opportunity to design and optimize scalable data pipelines. Collaborate across teams to support advanced analytics and AI initiatives, utilizing your expertise in Snowfl...
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Build scalable business intelligence solutions that empower stakeholders with insights, enhance data architecture, and drive strategic outcomes through analytics and continuous improvement across the...
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Join a team that's transforming data into action for national security. Design, build, and maintain robust data platforms and scalable ETL/ELT pipelines within a collaborative, Agile environment to em...
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Database Administrator SME - ASSETS
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Lead the charge in optimizing database management and security for complex systems, collaborating with teams to ensure compliance and performance. Utilize expertise in RDBMS within cloud environments...
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Unlock potential by designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines to support analytics across the insurance business, collaborating with multiple teams to ensure data integrity and empower decisio...
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Database Administrator - Data Operations Support
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Join a team that's committed to delivering 24/7 production support for critical database systems. Utilize your database administration skills to enhance aviation maintenance operations on DoD and GovC...
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Join a team that's dedicated to building robust and innovative data capabilities. You will design and maintain pipelines, improve data integrity, and collaborate across teams to enhance insights and s...
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Shape data architecture by developing comprehensive models and governance programs, translating business needs into actionable insights, and leading engagements in modern D&A platforms. Guide stakehol...
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Empower data-driven decisions by developing and maintaining robust data infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity, security, and accessibility, while driving inn...
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Join a team that's redefining data engineering by optimizing cloud infrastructure and data pipelines. Collaborate with experts to enhance production systems and build scalable solutions using cutting...
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Empower teams to harness data effectively by building robust data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality master data is available for decision-making, driving impact...
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Architect robust database solutions leveraging Adobe AEM and SQL, ensuring optimal performance and data integrity across enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance wor...
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Drive the design and management of robust database systems, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support critical business operations while maintaining...
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Champion the architecture of our data platform, ensuring robust ingestion, modeling, and governance. Collaborate with engineering teams to build scalable solutions that support advanced analytics and...
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Database / Information Technical Analyst
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Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Navy acquisition systems through expert database management and technical analytics, ensuring data integrity and effective reporting across multiple platforms...
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Database / Information Technical Analyst
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Transform acquisition management by providing expert database support, analytics, and troubleshooting for Navy systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and optimize reporting ac...
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Transform data services by developing and modernizing ETL processes, data integration, and warehousing solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and performance in a h...
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Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on building and modernizing data systems. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to create reliable data products, enhancing data discoverability and us...
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Unlock insights as a senior Data Engineer, collaborating with teams to transform business questions into actionable data solutions, while developing scalable pipelines and BI models that drive decisio...
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Transform data into actionable insights by building scalable data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making processes through curated datasets and analytics, drivin...
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Elevate your career by building impactful data solutions that drive insights across underwriting, claims, and operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform business needs into actio...
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Optimize data solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to create actionable insights and scalable data products that drive business decisions and enhance operational efficiency...
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Join a dynamic Data Platform team where you'll design, develop, and optimize end-to-end data pipelines, ensuring data quality and availability for business insights while working with innovative AWS s...
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Optimize the relational data platform for mobility products, owning schema design, performance, and operational integrity to enhance scalability and data durability across high-volume transactions on...
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Unlock business growth by leading data-driven initiatives, maintaining data flow, and building scalable models. Collaborate across teams to inform decisions and drive insights in a dynamic environment...
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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.