Welcome to High-Paying Database Engineer Jobs

Discover a wide range of premium Database Engineer jobs offering six-figure salaries. Set your career on an upward trajectory with opportunities that offer significant financial and professional growth.

What is a Database Engineer?

A Database Engineer is a professional responsible for managing and maintaining database technologies of an organization, ensuring secure and seamless data availability.

Why Database Engineer Jobs on Ladders?

At Ladders, we bring together premium job options in one place. These job positions are vetted, high-paying, and relevant for your career progression as a Database Engineer.

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$130K - $160K *

Empower decision-making by designing and maintaining enriched datasets using medallion architecture in Databricks. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop efficient data pipelines for Power BI analyt...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $120K *

Analyze data processes and ensure operational integrity through SQL scripting, optimization, and collaboration with teams to maintain compliance and resolve issues. Drive data quality while supporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at our enterprise data platform by designing and maintaining scalable data integrations and transformations. Collaborate with teams to ensure high-quality data that supports analyt...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform database management by leading the migration to SQL Server, optimizing performance, and architecting solutions that enhance enterprise applications while collaborating with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore opportunities as a Data Architect driving technology transfer and collaboration. This role involves managing agreements, tracking projects, and liaising between researchers and leadership to e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Design and govern data architecture for unstructured knowledge assets, translating raw information into structured data products. Collaborate with stakeholders to align data models with business needs...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of developing and integrating modern data platform solutions with PostgreSQL while collaborating with teams to ensure reliable, scalable database operations and analytics in a fully rem...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $149K *

Elevate database solutions by overseeing design, implementation, and security of diverse environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high performance and integrity of databases in...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Design and implement cloud-native data platforms and integrations, ensuring secure and reliable data exchange. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to optimize data access and support analytics...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career as a Data Engineer, shaping our data architecture and pipelines to enhance analytics and reporting. Collaborate with teams, ensuring high data quality and availability in a fully r...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by optimizing the data lifecycle in a dynamic Big Data environment. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and enhance data solutions, ensuring effective parsing and transformat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in architecting and enhancing data pipelines that deliver actionable insights for veteran healthcare analytics by collaborating with stakeholders and ensuring high-quality, harmonized...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform data initiatives by architecting reliable ELT pipelines and maintaining high-quality models and dashboards. Collaborate with teams to drive data integration and strategy, impacting the organ...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead and architect cutting-edge data engineering projects, transforming data for analysis. Collaborate across teams to drive data strategy, enhance platforms, and influence organizational data governa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join our team as a Database Administrator, where you'll oversee AWS cloud databases, ensuring security, modernization, and governance while driving development operations. Collaborate with cross-funct...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K *

Elevate your career by providing expert leadership in optimizing and managing enterprise database environments crucial for supporting impactful economic research and data dissemination efforts across...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of enterprise data architecture by unifying reporting, analytics, and governance across diverse commerce products. Drive technical leadership and strategic migration to ensure a relia...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving data solutions through design and ETL development in full SDLC. Collaborate with teams to shape effective data models and technical resources for a vital data-driven enviro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Engineer data architecture and pipelines, optimizing data flow across teams. Play a key role in building infrastructure for analytics tools, ensuring optimal delivery for diverse business initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Transform financial data management by designing and optimizing data pipelines, utilizing AI tools for enhanced workflows, and ensuring data integrity in a fast-paced environment while collaborating w...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud solutions through innovative Transparency in Coverage initiatives, collaborating on GCP, automation, and AI projects to support, enhance, and drive impactful result...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at data optimization by leading engineering teams, building robust data pipeline architectures, and enhancing analytics tools to empower data-driven decisions across various produc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines using cutting-edge technologies like Apache Spark and Delta Lake, while ensuring data quality and integration with cloud serv...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate your career as a Principal Data Engineer, leading the design and development of innovative data pipelines while mentoring a skilled team to achieve scalable data infrastructure aligned with...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Database Engineer do?question toggle

    A Database Engineer designs, develops, and maintains the database systems of an organization. They ensure efficient data flow and storage for the smooth operation of the organization.

  • What skills are required for a Database Engineer job?question toggle

    A Database Engineer needs to have proficiency in SQL, a strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices, and experience in data modelling and database design.

  • Are there high-paying Database Engineer jobs available on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes, Ladders offers a variety of high-paying Database Engineer jobs that offer salaries of $100k per year or more.