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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$115K - $140K *

Lead the design and development of innovative applications. Collaborate with agile teams to enhance system capabilities while ensuring performance, security, and scalability. Drive technical decisions...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead end-to-end feature development as a Senior Full-Stack Engineer. Own problem-solving from concept to deployment, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions across the stack while collaborating clos...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the future of database management for complex national systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure performance, support scalability, execute disaster recovery strategies, and maintain documentatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $185K *

Drive enterprise-grade data solutions, architecting scalable platforms on Databricks. Collaborate with clients and teams while mentoring others to create efficient data pipelines, ensuring performance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Transform the software development process by leading a talented team focused on creating advanced military systems. Drive innovative engineering solutions while ensuring compliance with DoD standards...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $121K *

Join a team that's transforming complex data into actionable insights to drive strategic decision-making. Leverage your expertise to influence business strategy and enhance consumer experiences in a c...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $90K *

Develop scalable data pipelines and Power BI solutions to drive insights and support business objectives while leveraging AI tools for enhanced efficiency and productivity in collaboration with cross...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $300K *

Empower a team that's architecting large-scale systems. Drive innovation, define standards, and mentor engineering talent to enhance our core platform's architecture and reliability while collaboratin...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Partner with us to ensure the reliability and operability of PostgreSQL services for our 24x7 SaaS platform, focusing on availability, performance, and incident response while collaborating across tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Explore challenges in building a managed cloud service focused on high availability, scalability, and performance. Collaborate with engineers to develop complex solutions while enhancing customer succ...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the strategy and commercialization of a comprehensive data platform and analytics solution, unifying product data to empower process manufacturers with actionable insights and AI-driven intellig...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in vulnerability management and AI security partnerships across teams, ensuring robust protection against emerging threats while enhancing the security posture and compliance for AI in...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $230K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role overseeing complex architectures, advocating best practices, and developing secure, scalable solutions for healthcare systems. Collaborate with teams to bridge dat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $222K *

Elevate your career by designing and maintaining healthcare integrations, ensuring efficient data exchange between systems while guiding projects and mentoring peers in a fast-paced, impactful environ...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $185K *

Join us to lead the design and development of innovative solutions using IBM DataCap. Collaborate with teams to implement efficient architectures while optimizing and enhancing document processing wor...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Create a robust data security framework as a Senior Data Security Engineer, ensuring compliance and governance for Azure platforms. Spearhead encryption, access controls, and privacy measures across m...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Manage complex technical escalations for VMstore products, providing expert resolution and preventing issues in high-pressure environments, while advocating for customer needs to engineering and ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $152K *

Elevate customer onboarding experiences by driving early adoption for key accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transitions and high-value engagements that set customers...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $112K *

Join a team that's committed to optimizing data processes and enhancing data integrity. Drive efficiencies in ETL operations, collaborate with stakeholders, and support governance policies while maint...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $112K *

Shape the future of data management by leading ETL processes, ensuring accurate data delivery for revenue generation, and enhancing scalable data ingestion techniques across healthcare applications...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $185K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focusing on scalable platform development, mentoring engineers, and enhancing infrastructure practices for optimal performance and growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing and supporting robust cloud services that enhance product performance and customer experience, engaging in the full development lifecycle and collaborating across teams t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Drive platform evolution as a Senior Engineer, leading architecture and development of scalable services while mentoring teams and optimizing infrastructure for growth and reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Join our innovative Platform team as a strategic Senior Engineer, enhancing core products through scalable services and optimized infrastructure while mentoring engineers and leading technical initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Lead the evolution of core platform systems, collaborating with teams to enhance scalability and resilience while mentoring engineers and guiding complex technical initiatives in a hands-on role...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.