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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$135K - $160K *

Optimize data processing systems, collaborate with top-tier engineers, and drive product strategy to enhance customer experience using advanced AI technology. Your insights will directly influence ini...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Lead the charge in designing and operating robust infrastructure systems that empower engineering teams across multi-cloud environments. Drive innovation through hands-on development and architecture...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Join a team that's defining our internal developer platform, building end-to-end cloud infrastructure, and managing our Kubernetes fleet. This hands-on role shapes architecture and deployment patterns...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage with cutting-edge technologies as you design, build, and enhance the internal developer platform and cloud infrastructure, impacting multiple engineering teams while leading architecture decisi...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $235K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprises by designing strategic, AI-native frameworks and technical architectures, enhancing business operations across various functions through innovative adoption...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $235K *

Partner with us to lead strategic transformations, designing cross-functional workflows and promoting AI-native solutions. You'll drive customer success by bridging technical design and business archi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$183K - $340K *

Lead the charge in architecting secure systems for legal AI by setting compliance standards, driving technical direction, and ensuring robust security practices across enterprise platforms while mento...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $240K *

Partner with us to architect robust, high-throughput infrastructure that ensures low-latency data access and operational resilience, while collaborating across teams to innovate and drive systemic imp...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $185K *

Transform our AI infrastructure as a Senior DevOps Engineer, enhancing scalability, reliability, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in automation...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in architecting and building data solutions, managing ingestion, transformation, and reporting tools to elevate client analytical capabilities and ensure robust governance and access c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$183K - $340K *

Join a team that leads the way in enterprise AI for legal professionals, driving technical direction and innovation in backend systems, identity management, and AI orchestration. Partner closely with...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$158K - $295K *

Invent robust backend systems and AI workflows, ensuring secure user access and identity management. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive technical strategy and deliver high-trust AI solutions for...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $295K *

Join us to own the compliance architecture and drive security initiatives, transforming regulatory requirements into robust engineering solutions. Partner across teams to ensure trust and reliability...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $295K *

Lead the development of compliance architecture, turning requirements into resilient systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure security and trust in sensitive legal data management. Drive initiative...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $295K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead technical direction for backend, AI orchestration, and identity systems, ensuring secure, high-performance workflows trusted by legal professionals and agencies. Drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $209K *

Transform your technical expertise by driving innovative solutions for provisioning and onboarding in a large-scale environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance system reliability, optimize...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $205K *

Drive the development of network tooling that enhances edge and data center operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure high availability and reliability in network management systems crucial for sca...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $227K *

Lead automation initiatives and drive innovation in software solutions. Help us enhance customer support efficiency through robust, scalable CI/CD workflows, collaborating across teams to deliver high...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $227K *

Drive innovation by automating processes and enhancing customer support operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement scalable solutions that improve efficiency and deliver high-qua...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $182K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing property listings through innovative backend and frontend solutions. Take ownership of core services, mentor junior engineers, and drive technical direction to enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $205K *

Champion innovative network tooling solutions that enhance reliability and scalability across diverse infrastructure environments, impacting operations at a major cloud provider...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance and scale network tooling for critical operations, driving reliability and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. Leverage your engineering expertise to mentor others w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate our database solutions through innovative design, development, and optimization of AWS database services. Work collaboratively on mission-critical applications to advance modernization initiat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $108K *

Analyze and develop solutions for complex business problems through software engineering, focusing on application programming, testing, and component design to enhance operational capabilities and dri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $108K *

Unlock innovation by developing solutions aligned with business goals. Collaborate in Agile pods to deliver applications, enhance workflows, and conduct rigorous testing to elevate organizational capa...

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  •   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.