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 - $140K *

Transform data strategies by leading the design and implementation of innovative data architectures, securing data quality, and mentoring junior engineers while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform enterprise data initiatives by designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines on the Databricks platform, collaborating with technical teams to deliver high-quality AI-driven data solutio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Deliver innovative software solutions that enhance complex laboratory applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, debug, and support systems essential for scientific tasks, while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance your career by building innovative onboarding tools and enhancing your full stack development expertise. Collaborate with an enterprise-wide team to design, develop, and optimize modern applic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Transform enterprise data architecture by designing scalable, secure platforms. Collaborate with global teams to ensure performance and reliability while integrating advanced AI/ML capabilities to dri...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Reimagine data solutions as a key contributor, leveraging your expertise in data engineering, Snowflake, and Python to drive impactful results within an agile asset management team. Join a fast-paced...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage Oracle and PostgreSQL databases, ensuring high availability and performance. Collaborate on projects, address critical issues, and enhance database security—all while...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform investment analytics by building scalable, cloud-ready data pipelines for enhanced data access, reliability, and integration, serving diverse investment teams with high-quality data solution...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Optimize platform solutions for complex enterprise challenges, collaborating with a skilled team to drive cloud migrations and DevOps transformations in Azure and AWS environments. Embrace continuous...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Optimize and maintain robust data pipelines and architectures using Microsoft Fabric, implementing ETL processes to enhance data accuracy and performance. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's driven by data excellence to enhance asset management solutions. Your role will involve building and optimizing data pipelines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, with oppor...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join us to drive innovation in data engineering! Shape database architecture and optimize Oracle systems, ensuring storage and retrieval efficiency for complex data. Play a pivotal role from requireme...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Pioneer robust data architectures by creating and maintaining scalable data pipelines. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient care through innovative AI solutions within a high-growth en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a role focused on enhancing CI/CD processes and automation in cloud platform development. Lead initiatives that improve reliability and streamline workflows while collaborating a...

Kanata, ONHybrid

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $183K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering scalable backend systems while championing modern development practices and mentoring engineering talent for optimal performance and reliability...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $193K *

Transform web development through full-stack JavaScript expertise. Drive innovation in marketing platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and optimize applicati...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $87K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Database Specialist. In this role, you'll architect and manage complex REDCap databases to support impactful research projects focused on health and disease. Make a d...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$74K - $87K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing public health research through expert database management. As a Senior Database Specialist, you'll architect and maintain pivotal REDCap databases while ensur...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Empower innovation by developing high-performance C++ systems for multi-robot orchestration, ensuring ultra-low latency and fault tolerance in high-throughput environments. Collaborate with experts wh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Redefine enterprise data reliability by architecting, scaling, and optimizing cloud data platforms. Drive excellence in performance, resilience, and operational efficiency across complex environments...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $191K *

Transform data solutions as you strategize and implement advanced database architectures. Lead teams to optimize performance, ensure security, and drive efficiency while mentoring junior members in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $326K *

Join a team that's transforming developer experience by building scalable infrastructure, enhancing productivity, and mentoring engineers. Drive strategic investments and improve development processes...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in database administration for mission-critical systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and availability of enterprise databases while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform the developer experience by enhancing internal tools, systems, and automation that empower engineers to deliver high-quality products efficiently. Own the orchestration of environments and i...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by shaping the integration of application development and infrastructure automation, driving deployment orchestration while enhancing backend service reliability and scalability in a...

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.