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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$110K - $150K *

Drive innovation by designing and delivering scalable backend solutions that power robust data pipelines and seamless integrations across financial systems, ensuring performance and reliability while...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $165K *

Lead the development of innovative AI applications and frameworks, enabling business teams to effectively manage datasets and leverage advanced analytics for enhanced decision-making and productivity...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $207K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Database Specialist Solutions Architect, transforming data architecture strategies for enterprise migrations. Influence key decisions while collaborating with senior st...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$126K - $157K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of insurance technology by leveraging full-stack engineering skills to develop innovative solutions that enhance product offerings, ensuring scalability, reliabil...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Manage and optimize cloud database platforms, ensuring high availability, security, and compliance. Collaborate closely with IT and development teams to drive automation and scale applications support...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $232K *

Develop and enhance high-performance data integration systems, focusing on JVM frameworks. Collaborate with teams to optimize ClickHouse data connectivity solutions, supporting seamless integration wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Champion the development of high-performance data integrations, commanding JVM frameworks while enhancing ClickHouse’s data engineering capabilities for millions. Collaborate with teams and users to d...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Solve complex data integration challenges by architecting and building scalable ETL/ELT pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and drive impactful solutions in a hig...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $202K *

Join a team that's redefining financial technology by architecting high-scale, low-latency distributed systems, driving innovation and influencing engineering practices to deliver reliable solutions i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Transform customer experience by resolving high-severity software issues swiftly. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify root causes, implement lasting solutions, and contribute to product reliabi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $193K *

Reimagine enterprise data solutions by designing, optimizing, and maintaining data warehouses. Lead a team in performance tuning, ETL/ELT design, and collaboration with business units to deliver relia...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $165K *

Drive innovation in data engineering by developing AI-ready data governance standards and automated scoring systems while mentoring team members and ensuring quality across the data estate in a dynami...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $165K *

Champion the design and implementation of data governance standards and pipelines to enhance AI readiness. Collaborate across teams, ensuring data integrity while leading complex initiatives in a dyna...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive critical software solutions by triaging and resolving high-severity customer issues. Leverage strong debugging skills and product instincts to ensure system reliability while positively impactin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $202K *

Lead the design and development of high-scale, low-latency systems in a cloud environment. Influence architecture across teams, ensuring financial-grade solutions that meet strict requirements. Collab...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Advance your career by leveraging your Linux and automation expertise in a dynamic engineering environment. Enhance operational efficiency, support cloud-based developer tools, and drive innovative in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $300K *

Drive innovation in data engineering by designing and operating a scalable lakehouse platform, optimizing Apache Iceberg management, and enhancing data observability to support millions of data pipeli...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive the development and modernization of large-scale enterprise data integration solutions. Utilize strong Informatica PowerCenter and SQL expertise to support complex data environments and enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Contribute to our data engineering efforts by building scalable pipelines and infrastructure that enhance data reliability, supporting key business decisions across product, analytics, finance, and op...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's advancing diagnostics through software development, focusing on Unix-like systems. Collaborate on system software, contribute to R&D, and enhance testing practices within a structur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of cancer care and technology. Lead the development of secure, scalable platforms while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance user experience a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $200K *

Pioneer transformative cancer care by building secure, user-focused software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to enhance product experience and ensure compliance with h...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $160K *

Shape the future of machine learning by designing scalable, cloud-native platforms. Lead the development of model lifecycle infrastructure, mentor junior engineers, and implement MLOps best practices...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of innovative business system platforms while optimizing cloud infrastructures and promoting DevOps best practices for enhanced reliability and ef...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join our dynamic Enterprise Technology Development Team to enhance, optimize, and maintain business system platforms. Engage in cloud infrastructure management, code reviews, and CI/CD pipelines while...

1 week 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.