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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$150K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement scalable web applications for a secure cloud service, leveraging microservices and innovative software development practices in a fast-paced environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $230K *

Empower the future of healthcare by designing and launching AI-driven backend systems. Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to create seamless, reliable products that transform clinical expe...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $235K *

Unlock potential by designing and evolving backend systems to shape a global platform. Collaborate across teams, make architectural decisions, and lead improvements in quality, performance, and innova...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer innovative data solutions, design robust architectures, and optimize complex data pipelines. Lead and mentor a team while ensuring data integrity and compliance through hands-on governance and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$226K - $369K *

Drive reliability excellence at scale as a technical authority, shaping systems and standards across LinkedIn Engineering. Elevate service performance with a focus on resilience, incident reduction, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by owning critical components of our AI-driven product. Lead design and delivery, set quality benchmarks, and foster the growth of junior engineers while collaborating with founder...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $166K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Full Stack Engineer, creating innovative serverless applications. Collaborate within an Agile team to enhance internal web solutions with cutting-edge technology, drivi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $198K *

Unlock potential by developing robust data pipelines and models, collaborating with finance teams to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency. Shape data infrastructure for high-impact, scalable fina...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $124K *

Join us in modernizing our data platforms! You’ll drive innovation using technologies like PySpark and Databricks in an agile environment, empowering teams to deliver high-performance solutions aligne...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $132K *

Take ownership of enhancing in-house tools, investigating performance issues, and optimizing enterprise systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure scalability and reliability of...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $232K *

Optimize financial data systems, driving high-quality, scalable data solutions tailored for finance and accounting teams. Shape critical pipelines and models in a collaborative environment with signif...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $156K *

Shape the narrative for our platform as a technical storyteller, translating complex capabilities into compelling content for technical audiences. Collaborate across teams, drive product launches, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $130K *

Contribute to quality assurance by designing and implementing automated test cases, collaborating with engineering teams, and mentoring junior testers to ensure software meets the highest standards an...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $197K *

Develop high-quality backend solutions as an Engineering Leader, guiding a team to enhance our trading platform. Collaborate across teams, fostering a culture of innovation to deliver exceptional resu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $148K *

Advance your career by leading deployment teams to ensure the successful installation of hardware and software upgrades in consular facilities. Drive operational efficiency with meticulous planning, l...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$169K - $198K *

Champion backend innovation by architecting scalable systems and guiding a team of engineers. Leverage cutting-edge technologies to optimize user experiences and deliver impactful solutions in a colla...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Empower organizations by establishing and implementing effective data governance frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality, security, and compliance, transforming data...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $240K *

Unlock potential by enhancing automated build systems using C# and C++. Collaborate with a passionate team to streamline workflows and support developers, ensuring efficient game build delivery and op...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $220K *

Transform the engineering landscape by building scalable AWS and Kubernetes infrastructures, writing Terraform modules, and creating seamless CI/CD pipelines. Partner with teams to enhance platform ca...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $131K *

Drive governance and standards for cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance system reliability, security, and performance, applying best practices while...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Invent scalable architectures for high-growth AI applications in regulated healthcare environments. Contribute your deep technical expertise while directly addressing complex challenges alongside exec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the design and implementation of AI data engineering solutions, optimize scalable pipelines, and mentor team members while ensuring robust security and governance across cloud environments...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Contribute to an innovative platform by designing robust CLI tools and developer experiences that enhance API governance and automation, driving productivity across diverse engineering teams globally...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Innovate the future of API tooling by building powerful CLI applications and SDKs. Collaborate with engineers to enhance developer productivity through extensible platforms, advanced telemetry, and se...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.