Senior Database Engineer Jobs at Ladders

Seek top-tier opportunities in the field of database technology with Senior Database Engineer jobs on Ladders. These careers focus on design, implementation, and management of company databases, playing a pivotal role in the functionality of their IT infrastructure.

Who is a Senior Database Engineer?

A Senior Database Engineer is an IT professional in charge of all the technical aspects of a company's database management. Their responsibilities include designing efficient database systems, troubleshooting, and ensuring data security.

Why Choose a Career as a Senior Database Engineer?

With the growing dependence on data, careers in database engineering have never been more relevant. As a Senior Database Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of crucial IT operations, often in high-demand industries offering lucrative salary possibilities.

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$204K - $265K *

Contribute to cutting-edge data management solutions as a Senior Systems Engineer, providing pre-sales support and crafting innovative strategies to meet sophisticated customer needs in a dynamic envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Unlock potential by designing and enhancing analysis tools that drive experimentation workflows, ensuring strong reliability and performance across systems while collaborating with various teams to de...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$260K - $345K *

Explore a pivotal role driving advanced autonomous SDLC capabilities. Collaborate across teams to pioneer AI-driven engineering practices, enhancing productivity and quality. Leverage your expertise t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Execute resource allocation strategies for a diverse workforce, driving utilization and efficiency. Collaborate with leadership to match skills and projects while nurturing professional development. E...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$164K - $234K *

Pioneer the development of cutting-edge multi-cloud infrastructures to enhance developer experiences, improve tooling, and ensure reliability across teams, driving innovation and productivity within o...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $180K *

Shape the future of platform stability and performance as a Senior Software Engineer, driving automation and AI solutions to enhance reliability, mentor peers, and collaborate in a dynamic environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Champion innovative solutions as a Senior Backend Engineer, driving impactful features for families. Collaborate cross-functionally, utilizing Java and AI to enhance solutions while growing within a s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $220K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable SEO/AEO systems, driving strategy and execution to enhance client visibility through data-driven insights and innovative technology solutions, while ensuring hig...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $160K *

Play a key role in leading and coordinating the technical execution of advanced SCADA solutions, ensuring quality and alignment with project objectives through effective collaboration with engineering...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$114K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping high-impact SaaS solutions by driving technical strategy and empowering a high-performing engineering team. Collaborate across disciplines to foster innovation in a fast-pac...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and managing Jira Cloud environments, enhancing workflows, and providing exemplary support to the team. Collaborate to ensure reliable system performance and drive automa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining AI in data architecture. Collaborate with Sales to deliver scalable solutions and drive customer impact through innovative strategies in the oil and gas sector...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that engineers cutting-edge security operations tools and strategies. You will optimize security functions across diverse environments, enhancing efficiency and threat neutralization throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $217K *

Transform customer experiences by leading end-to-end systems engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create reliable, scalable backend services and modern frontend applicatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $216K *

Elevate security practices by owning AI-driven code and pull-request enforcement, collaborating closely with engineering teams to ensure AI-enhanced features are secure from inception, while developin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Explore a key leadership role guiding a talented Salesforce team in crafting innovative CRM solutions. Drive technical design, enforce development standards, and enhance integration practices while co...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming the CRM landscape with visionary engineering. Lead architectural innovation, enhance user experience, and drive AI integration in a high-impact role focused on developi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $165K *

Play a key role in shaping data-driven decision-making by designing and implementing advanced BI solutions. Leverage your expertise in Power BI and analytics to drive actionable insights and enhance g...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform the future of travel by designing and developing robust full-stack applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build AI-native features and optimize serverless systems, ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock data potential by designing and optimizing advanced Databricks pipelines, supporting enterprise-scale data solutions and AI readiness, while ensuring high data quality, governance, security, an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer engagements with innovative solutions for Internal Audit, SOX, and Compliance. Accelerate sales by partnering with Account Executives and demonstrating value t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $175K *

Engage as a Staff DevOps Engineer, driving platform improvements and mentoring engineers to ensure high-quality software delivery. Collaborate across teams to solve complex problems and enhance automa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $257K *

Drive the evolution of Identity systems to support a multi-product strategy. Collaborate with engineering teams to design scalable solutions while ensuring quality and operational excellence within a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Advance backend solutions by building and scaling a robust Laravel platform for a fast-paced gaming startup, enhancing services that impact millions of users...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$196K - $207K *

Design scalable data solutions, enhance off-platform integrations, and lead cross-team collaborations. Drive architecture modernization and AI-first initiatives while mentoring engineers and optimizin...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need for a Senior Database Engineer job?question toggle

    Most Senior Database Engineer jobs require a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field and extensive experience in database design, management, and troubleshooting. Certifications like Microsoft SQL Server (MCSE) or Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) are often preferred.

  • What is the average salary for a Senior Database Engineer?question toggle

    The average salary can vary widely depending on the region and industry, but typically a Senior Database Engineer can expect to earn a salary well above $100,000 annually.

  • What skills are in demand for Senior Database Engineers?question toggle

    Skills in demand include proficiency in SQL, understanding of database structure and theory, capability to create and manage big data infrastructure, and a grasp of backup and recovery processes.