SQL Engineer Jobs

SQL Engineers build, maintain, and optimize the database systems that organizations rely on to store and use critical data. Explore vetted SQL Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Employers may use titles such as SQL Developer, Database Engineer, Data Engineer, or SQL Database Developer for similar work.

What Does an SQL Engineer Do?

SQL Engineers design database structures, write and refine queries, support data pipelines, and help ensure information is accurate, secure, and available. Depending on the role, they may work with relational database platforms, collaborate with software and analytics teams, troubleshoot performance issues, and document data models and processes.

Skills and Qualifications

Common qualifications include strong SQL programming skills, experience with relational databases, and knowledge of database design, indexing, query optimization, and data integrity. Employers may also seek experience with cloud data platforms, ETL or ELT tools, scripting languages, version control, and business intelligence systems. Requirements vary by position and industry.

Where SQL Engineers Work

SQL Engineers are hired across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and other data-intensive industries. Teams may focus on application databases, enterprise reporting, analytics infrastructure, or large-scale data platforms. Many roles involve close collaboration with developers, data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders.

Find SQL Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse SQL Engineer jobs and related database and data engineering roles on Ladders. Discover vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, and compare positions based on responsibilities, required skills, and work arrangements.

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$209K - $238K *

Transform data engineering by innovating solutions that empower teams and enhance data-driven decision-making. Lead complex initiatives and architect robust cloud-first data pipelines while mentoring...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $286K *

Accelerate your career by shaping data solutions across teams. Collaborate with developers and data scientists, driving transformative initiatives while designing scalable, cloud-based data pipelines...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $238K *

Shape the future of data engineering by driving transformative solutions, collaborating with diverse teams, and utilizing cutting-edge technologies to create resilient data pipelines that empower fina...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $238K *

Join a team that's transforming data landscapes by designing and implementing cutting-edge data solutions. Collaborate across Agile teams to harness data-driven insights, enhance cloud capabilities, a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $238K *

Transform data into action by designing, building, and optimizing scalable data solutions. Collaborate in an Agile environment to drive innovative cloud-first architectures and lead extensive data ini...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$229K - $262K *

Shape transformative data solutions by collaborating with Agile teams and driving technical excellence. Influence data engineering initiatives using cutting-edge technologies and ensure robust perform...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $238K *

Join a team that's passionate about transforming data into impactful solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to design, develop, and enhance scalable cloud data platforms while mentor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$229K - $262K *

Develop world-class cloud data solutions, driving transformative data initiatives while collaborating across Agile teams to enhance customer experience through innovative technologies and robust data...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $185K *

Innovate the analytics landscape by architecting scalable data models. Shape data usage across teams, drive cross-functional clarity, and elevate decision-making capabilities through robust data gover...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive data-driven decision-making by designing and developing Snowflake solutions and Power BI reports. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable analytics solutions and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$209K - $238K *

Drive innovative data solutions by collaborating with Agile teams to design, develop, and implement robust cloud data architectures. Leverage your expertise in programming and data engineering to empo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Engineer robust software solutions leveraging your Linux and Python expertise. Collaborate on complex projects that require innovative automation and development skills, enhancing operational efficien...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Tackle complex challenges in software engineering with a focus on automation and development. Leverage your expertise in scripting and CI/CD practices to enhance deployment processes in a dynamic envi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Join us to drive operational excellence in BI & Data Warehousing, delivering impactful dashboards and analytics solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our data infrastruc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Drive the evolution of BI and Data Warehousing with a focus on reliability and scalability. Manage cross-functional collaboration to deliver impactful data visualizations, ensuring operational excelle...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights, focusing on operational excellence, data quality, and BI innovation to support monetization and AI efforts, driving Meta's growth and enh...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $115K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement robust data solutions, optimizing data architecture and governance practices while mentoring peers and driving innovation in data engine...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of distributed systems by owning high-performance database projects. Leverage your software engineering expertise to drive innovation and tackle complex scalabilit...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $155K *

Empower your career by joining an agile team to drive data transformation. Utilize modern AWS tools and practices to enhance infrastructure, automate processes, and ensure security, while collaboratin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock the power of data by leading innovative big data solutions. Drive end-to-end analytics, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure data quality. Join us to create scalable platforms that enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Explore your potential as you contribute to innovative cloud-native solutions, collaborating with engineers and data scientists to enhance insights and build scalable services. This role offers growth...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $204K *

Shape the future of data engineering by driving innovative solutions and collaborating across teams to enhance data platforms and pipelines, ensuring scalability and compliance while empowering millio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Advance your career by enhancing the reliability and scalability of real-time products. Collaborate across teams to build monitoring tools and drive incident response, ensuring optimal performance and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Build a robust data foundation to elevate Market Intelligence. Drive automation and streamline data workflows, enriching insights for research and publishing, while ensuring data integrity and accessi...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform capital markets product capabilities by leading innovative solutions and quality engineering practices. Collaborate with diverse teams to design and deploy impactful applications that drive...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an SQL Engineer do?question toggle

    An SQL Engineer designs, develops, and maintains database systems and SQL queries. The role can include data modeling, query performance optimization, database troubleshooting, and supporting analytics or application data needs.

  • What skills are commonly required for SQL Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for advanced SQL, relational database experience, database design, query optimization, and data quality knowledge. Some positions also require cloud platforms, ETL or ELT tools, scripting, or business intelligence experience.

  • Are SQL Engineer and SQL Developer the same role?question toggle

    The titles often overlap, but responsibilities differ by employer. SQL Developers may focus more on writing queries and database code, while SQL Engineers may also own database architecture, performance, reliability, and data pipeline work.

  • What industries hire SQL Engineers?question toggle

    SQL Engineers work in many industries, including technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, consulting, and media—especially wherever organizations depend on databases and reporting.

  • How can I find SQL Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional SQL Engineer and related database roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for compensation details, qualifications, and responsibilities.