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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$118K - $160K *

Innovate programs with cross-functional teams to enhance engineering strategies. Drive delivery from concept to execution in a dynamic environment, ensuring risks are managed and objectives met while...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Grow your career with a leading cloud infrastructure team. This senior role involves designing, implementing, and managing robust Azure cloud solutions and supporting hybrid environments to drive ente...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $260K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving innovation and supporting critical mission software for U.S. Government clients. Leverage your extensive engineering expertise in a collaborative environment th...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading high-impact user acquisition strategies that bridge marketing, data, and product insights. Drive campaign execution, optimize budgets, and cultivate strategic partners...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$116K - $197K *

Transform your career by providing critical technical support during the pre-sales evaluation phase. Leverage your deep identity management expertise to lead tailored POCs that showcase innovative sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $260K *

Inspire innovation by leveraging your expertise in software engineering while supporting critical government projects. Collaborate with a team of skilled engineers to develop advanced solutions in a d...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $300K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions and enhance support for medical technologies. Contribute to impactful projects, leveraging full stack development across diverse tech...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $195K *

Lead innovative strategies in Bot Management solutions to protect against malicious automation and ensure optimal user experiences. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful cybersecurity solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $202K *

Lead transformative engineering initiatives by enhancing deployment systems that empower developers to ship reliably and efficiently. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure our platform support...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Own the intelligence layer driving student engagement, retention, and enrollment by leading AI/ML initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement predictive models and deliver measurable busi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$117K - $161K *

Lead the charge in architecting and engineering a centralized Finance data platform, optimizing reporting and analytics for Finance operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scala...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic modernization initiatives as an Enterprise Architect. Collaborate with clients to transform legacy systems into scalable cloud-native architectures, ensuring secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering Workday solutions, overseeing project lifecycles from inception to handover while fostering client relationships and coordinating diverse teams for optimal performance an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Deliver innovative software solutions at the intersection of IoT and cloud technologies, enhancing energy systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize products, engineer reliability, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $110K *

Elevate healthcare imaging solutions by leading technical implementations and integrations. Collaborate across teams to enhance workflows, support advanced integrations, and mentor engineers, driving...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $280K *

Join a team that transforms software engineering with cutting-edge technology and mission-focused projects. Bring your expertise to sustainable solutions while collaborating within a supportive, innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$177K - $364K *

Unlock your potential by optimizing large-scale distributed systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance performance and efficiency through innovative AI solutions while leading critical cap...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Drive customer success by owning the post-sale journey, facilitating onboarding, conducting training, and advocating for customer needs, as a trusted advisor across various technical stakeholder level...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive high availability and performance in cloud platforms. Influence architectural decisions and lead reliability improvements across engineering teams while establishing b...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $230K *

Contribute to the development of autonomous restaurant operations software that enhances guest experiences, optimizes revenue, and innovates interactions, while collaborating cross-functionally in a f...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that’s dedicated to delivering complex frontend web features, ensuring reliability and performance. Play a key role in shaping user experiences through collaborative development and proact...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $180K *

Champion the architectural vision for cloud-native platforms, driving innovation and excellence across systems while mentoring engineering teams to elevate technical standards and operational resilien...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $288K *

Pioneer the development of cutting-edge enterprise data platforms that enhance data capabilities across the organization. Lead a talented team while driving data modernization, governance, and strateg...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design, maintain, and enhance cloud-based applications. Leverage expertise in backend development and frontend integration to deliver efficient healthcare solutions while ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion the development of essential data infrastructure, ensuring reliability, security, and scalability. Lead and manage a team through the software development lifecycle, driving technical excelle...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.