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 - $225K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure and CI/CD processes, ensuring reliability and scalability. Collaborate closely with a small team to enhance DevOps practices by leveraging strong backend and infrastructu...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive the technical direction of complex distributed systems, guiding architectural decisions and mentoring teams. Leverage expertise in Go, security, and cloud to tackle high-impact challenges and es...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $182K *

Explore a pivotal role in AI infrastructure where you'll architect, enhance, and scale systems, lead incident response, and foster cross-functional collaboration to optimize platform capabilities...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $290K *

Drive data reliability and quality initiatives, shaping scalable systems and governance frameworks while leading cross-team investments for long-term operational excellence in a rapidly evolving data...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $142K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing innovative data solutions, mentoring other engineers, and enhancing data integrity, while ensuring compliance with best practices and performance optimizati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of the technical strategy for a pioneering AI-native platform, making critical engineering decisions that influence the organization's future while mentoring a team to elevate overall t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining robust enterprise infrastructure. Oversee full lifecycle of design, deployment, and modernization across hybrid environments, ensuring compliance with sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $208K *

Transform our technology infrastructure by enhancing automation, troubleshooting issues, and fostering collaboration. Bring your expertise to support a scalable infrastructure platform that manages di...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career as you engineer scalable, high-performance systems that power millions of transactions. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure code excellence, drive architectural decisions, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving automation and reliability in data infrastructure. As a Senior Data Platform Engineer, you'll ensure database operability and optimize performance across diverse systems whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data solutions by designing and implementing scalable data pipelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data workflows, enhance analytics, and drive bu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the design and optimization of scalable cloud-native data pipelines while engaging directly with clients. Drive data quality initiatives and ensure seamless integration of large datasets using AW...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $196K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative solutions on the OneStream platform, focusing on high-performance software for corporate financial management. Enhance user experience while mentor...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform database management by leading the migration to SQL Server, optimizing performance, and architecting solutions that enhance enterprise applications while collaborating with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $135K *

Engineer robust data pipelines for B2B solutions, translating complex marketing needs into scalable data architectures while ensuring quality and reliability across multi-client systems...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform your passion for software engineering into scalable solutions in an Agile environment. Join us to shape architectural decisions while collaborating with a cross-functional team, turning conc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $192K *

Transform software quality by leveraging agile methodologies and modern tech. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance processes while mentoring peers and delivering robust solutions in a continuous...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of AI-augmented features and modernization across Java/Python/AWS. Collaborate closely with engineers in real-world problem-solving, ensuring high-quality production deliverables while...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer production excellence by delivering innovative AI-augmented solutions in Java/Python/AWS, while mentoring peers through hands-on collaboration and enhancing engineering practices. Own end-to-e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of database management systems by providing comprehensive technical expertise, optimizing performance, and supporting applications in dynamic environments while en...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $160K *

Elevate your career by building scalable data pipelines for healthcare insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop trusted data products and optimize existing systems, contributing to...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower audit teams to excel with a hands-on role that drives software adoption, enhances workflow efficiency, and delivers measurable outcomes. Collaborate across functions to modernize audit practic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI-driven user experiences, creating intuitive, highly visual interactions that transform complex business capabilities into seamless applications within a mode...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of security by owning and enhancing cloud and application safety. Leverage AI to automate threat detection, manage incidents, and secure corporate environments while collaborating acr...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative solutions by architecting, developing, and maintaining full-stack applications while leading agile teams to deliver efficient, user-centered technology that meets business needs and e...

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  •   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.