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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$120K - $145K *

Join a team that drives the evolution of data engineering through innovative solutions, core architecture design, and strategic project collaboration, shaping the future of robust and scalable data sy...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing and building a cutting-edge data platform. Utilize your expertise in lakehouse architecture, streaming, and batch processing while collaborating with cross-functional team...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion the development of innovative healthcare AI features. Drive end-to-end project ownership, from design to launch in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a focus on user impact and regulatory...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $210K *

Join a team that's transforming data engineering practices. In this high-ownership role, you’ll optimize data pipelines, enhance architecture, and shape analytics solutions that empower internal and c...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in crafting powerful data integration solutions using Ab Initio and Snowflake, enhancing cloud modernization and ensuring the efficacy of data pipelines in a complex Azure environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $190K *

Drive impactful product development by owning complex features from user experience design to backend integration. Collaborate across teams to create seamless, secure, and efficient workflows that enh...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $200K *

Transform your career by building and operating a resilient, scalable data platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud infrastructure for critical data and ML workloads, ensurin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Lead the design and development of innovative software applications, optimize APIs and UI, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product delivery and quality in an agile environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $265K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic organization by ensuring clients understand and harness the value of graph data technology. Collaborate with sales to drive and optimize the technical sales cycle, lea...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative solutions as a Senior Software Engineer. Take ownership of full-stack features in a dynamic team, blending backend and frontend technologies to enhance user expe...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead data engineering initiatives by designing robust data infrastructure and orchestration models to drive analytics. Collaborate with engineering and business partners to create scalable data soluti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform data practices by enhancing a robust Databricks platform, ensuring reliable data pipelines, and proactively resolving incidents in a dynamic Data & Analytics environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $151K *

Drive the expansion and optimization of cloud technologies across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and maintain robust solutions while mentoring junior engineers...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in building a unified data platform, shaping analytics infrastructure to streamline decision-making processes and enhance data accessibility across teams while ensuring high quality an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $235K *

Transform AI integration products by building robust systems and APIs that enhance user experience, leveraging advanced technologies for efficient, scalable enterprise solutions. Drive innovation in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $128K *

Shape the future of enterprise customer support by providing technical and operational solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance product functionality and improve customer experience throug...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Innovate as you guide Fortune 500 clients in leveraging AI solutions. Collaborate with sales teams, deliver dynamic presentations, and serve as trusted technical advisor to modernize legacy systems an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and evolving our interoperability platform for patient data retrieval and compliance. Collaborate with a remote team to tackle complex challenges and leverage AI tools fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering, managing a hybrid environment that supports high-throughput networking and large-scale storage solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to optimize infrastruc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of comprehensive SQL database administration, providing Tier II and III support for various databases. Conduct proactive monitoring, ensure backup integrity, and facilitate database mod...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $201K *

Innovate by leading software development for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and deploy robust features while ensuring security and interop...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $198K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing data solutions for impactful nonprofits. As a crucial member of our Engineering team, you'll enhance our data platform and drive analytics that support our mission...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $118K *

Transform infrastructure resilience as you design and maintain cloud systems across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments. Handle disaster recovery, security compliance, and CI/CD automation to ensure opti...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation by shaping AI agent interactions with Pinecone’s API, SDK, and web surfaces. Collaborate across teams to create scalable, efficient systems that enhance developer and agent experience...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $116K *

Unlock potential by enhancing the infrastructure of cloud databases, driving innovation in high-availability solutions, and ensuring seamless performance for critical applications in a fast-paced envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.