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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$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement agentic AI applications, driving innovative solutions across enterprise systems with a focus on security, scalability, and rapid iteration for optimal perfo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive the design and build of a next-gen, self-healing AI data platform from scratch, utilizing a hybrid architecture on GCP. Lead data engineering efforts while fostering collaboration across teams t...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $187K *

Shape the future of infrastructure reliability as a Site Reliability Engineer, designing and automating robust systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, ensure uptime, and embed resilien...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $184K *

Elevate the driver experience by developing cutting-edge AI-driven backend systems. As the team's first dedicated SWE, you'll shape product direction, ensuring reliability and real-time interaction, w...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage with a dynamic team to develop full-stack web applications, focusing on intuitive user interfaces and API integrations while driving improvements in performance and maintainability in a fast-pa...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer reliability and deployment strategies in a dynamic AWS environment. Take ownership of compliance initiatives while building robust AI infrastructure to enhance our platform and support enginee...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower a fast-growing fintech startup by owning reliability and deployments in a complex AWS and Kubernetes environment, driving compliance efforts, and innovating AI infrastructure to enhance engine...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower a fast-growing fintech startup by owning reliability, compliance, and AI infrastructure in our AWS and Kubernetes environment. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance deployments, observ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable data solutions, collaborating across teams to optimize workflows and ensure data security. Enhance processes in modern data engineering and drive technic...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $170K *

Take ownership of cloud development initiatives, leading design, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring high-quality code and application performance within a collaborative engineering team...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $187K *

Join us to design and develop scalable APIs and services. Leverage your technical expertise to drive solutions and collaborate with teams to deliver user-centric applications in an agile environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $187K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering! As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll design and implement scalable APIs and services, driving innovation in a collaborative environment focused on...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading the development platform engineering team to improve developer experiences through cutting-edge automation, ensure seamless CI/CD processes, and enhance productivity in a d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock new possibilities by developing and maintaining innovative cloud infrastructure, ensuring stable and secure service delivery across diverse environments while collaborating closely with cross-f...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the development and implementation of robust database solutions, leading data architecture strategies while ensuring security and efficiency in migrating legacy systems and supporting operati...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of secure research computing environments by managing FISMA-certified AWS infrastructures. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance cloud security and support groundbreaking biomedic...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $144K *

Tackle complex systems integration challenges by leading software, hardware, and network efforts. Drive projects from inception to delivery, ensuring seamless operation and collaboration among teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $145K *

Discover innovative AI solutions as a Senior Software Engineer. Lead the design, development, and optimization of machine learning models, APIs, and infrastructure to drive impactful AI features for m...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $195K *

Engage as a Senior Full-Stack Engineer, driving platform innovation across all layers, from front-end to back-end, and enhancing product functionality while mentoring team members and ensuring system...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of advanced physics-based models for automotive energy storage, collaborating with cross-functional teams to validate and optimize battery systems and vehicle architectures, ensur...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$166K - $230K *

Champion cutting-edge, scalable systems to drive financial automation and data integrity across Upstart's operations, ensuring the reliability and performance of critical financial workflows and pavin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Champion the reliability of our VoIP system while collaborating across teams. Own the end-to-end process from deployment to monitoring, ensuring seamless performance for families. Drive initiatives th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing enterprise infrastructure technologies, providing technical expertise in troubleshooting, configuration, and incident resolution. Collaborate with customers to enhance IT...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale datacenter networks, ensuring optimal operation and performance. Utilize your expertise in network engineering to drive projects and enhancements while deployin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $164K *

Explore transformative opportunities as a Senior Java Developer, leveraging innovative technology solutions and collaborating with an agile team to enhance brokerage services for clients, ensuring sec...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks 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.