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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$90K - $120K *

Collaborate with development teams to optimize and support data-intensive applications using SQL Server, MongoDB, and more while enhancing performance and stability early in the SDLC process...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Inspire customer success by serving as a trusted technical advisor, guiding them through the adoption of innovative distributed database solutions while partnering with diverse teams to optimize the s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $150K *

Architect the future of our data operations by leading the Databricks Lakehouse platform, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and compliance in a regulated environment while driving innovative...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of healthcare data engineering by transforming raw external data into actionable datasets. Collaborate across teams to create reliable data pipelines and drive impactful solutions in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by owning the data layer of a federal agency's enterprise data warehouse, focusing on design, performance tuning, and creating robust models. Shape a high-volume platform while collab...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $204K *

Lead the charge in designing robust Azure architectures across large-scale programs. Influence and guide technical strategies to connect client objectives with impactful, scalable solutions while fost...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K *

Unlock potential by leading infrastructure engineering initiatives across diverse U.S. clients, enhancing security management and optimizing network performance through cutting-edge technology solutio...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving excellence by maintaining modern hybrid infrastructure. You'll manage diverse systems, ensuring reliability, performance, and security across datacenters and cloud environme...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$199K - $299K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and delivery of innovative Agent Services. You will drive critical technical initiatives, mentor engineers, and ensure system reliability while balancing immedia...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the charge in managing and optimizing high-traffic SQL databases. Lead system performance initiatives, enhance data designs, and ensure around-the-clock support for enterprise-level applications...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading innovative projects that solve complex challenges while empowering your team to drive success and deliver exceptional client solutions in a dynamic environment...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $162K *

Optimize software solutions that address customer needs while driving innovation. Collaborate on architecture design and product testing, ensuring high-quality deliverables on tight schedules. Engage...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Join a growing data engineering team to build and enhance our analytics platforms, developing reliable pipelines and data models that empower internal and client-facing analytics with a hands-on, high...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $306K *

Accelerate progress at a leading data center software team, architecting and operating scalable solutions that enhance AI infrastructure, streamline operations, and drive engineering excellence across...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $306K *

Unlock potential by leading software design and operations for scalable, AI-ready data centers. Guide architecture, improve engineering practices, and ensure the reliable delivery of features while fo...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing innovative web applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, driving the creation of high-performance systems using cutting-edge technologies i...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $180K *

Pioneer the development of innovative ERP software, leading the architecture and lifecycle management while collaborating closely with diverse teams to drive operational excellence and revenue growth...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and scaling GPU infrastructure to enhance training performance and efficiency, while driving cost management across multi-cluster and provider environments in a collabora...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving the development and management of secure, innovative multicloud infrastructure solutions. Collaborate across teams to implement automation and operational efficiency for sc...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Build trusted data products and scalable pipelines. Collaborate with teams to transform device telemetry and backend events into decision-ready datasets, ensuring data quality and operational excellen...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $185K *

Elevate data engineering capabilities by overseeing Databricks pipelines, optimizing performance, and ensuring robust data delivery for ERP and CRM insights, while collaborating with cross-functional...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $185K *

Join us as you own and optimize Databricks pipelines, ensuring top-tier data delivery and performance for our cloud-based platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data integrity an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Transform database management by leading deployment and administration efforts, ensuring robust security and optimal performance across diverse environments, while fostering client relationships and m...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Lead a dynamic database team, overseeing architecture, deployment, and maintenance of diverse database environments to support mission-critical applications while ensuring compliance with security sta...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $216K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in geospatial intelligence. Leverage cutting-edge database technology while collaborating within a dynamic Scrum team to enhance national security efforts. Join us to tran...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.