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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$179K - $204K *

Join a team that's transforming financial technology by designing and implementing innovative data solutions. Collaborate with Agile teams to drive impactful outcomes, leveraging cutting-edge tools an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $225K *

Join a team that's transforming financial technology by designing and implementing innovative data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful outcomes and enhance data capab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$215K - $245K *

Elevate your career by driving data solutions that transform financial technology. Collaborate with Agile teams to design, develop, and implement innovative data pipelines and applications, ensuring o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $225K *

Transform your career by driving innovative data solutions in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Leverage cutting-edge technologies to solve complex business challenges and enhance financial operat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $204K *

Elevate your career by leading a collaborative team to design and implement innovative cloud data solutions, utilizing advanced technologies in a dynamic environment that fosters growth and efficiency...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $225K *

Champion innovation by designing and implementing cloud-based data solutions, leveraging your expertise in data engineering to drive transformations and enhance customer experiences in a collaborative...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $204K *

Drive innovation in data engineering by developing scalable solutions that enhance efficiency, resilience, and security. Collaborate in a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges and deliver impactfu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $225K *

Execute robust data engineering solutions by leading teams to design, build, and maintain scalable, secure cloud data platforms using cutting-edge technologies to enhance financial empowerment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $225K *

Pioneer transformation in data engineering by designing innovative solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to leverage emerging technologies that empower financial experiences for mill...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $225K *

Shape the future of data solutions by leading teams to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge data pipelines and architectures, driving transformative change in a collaborative, fast-paced enviro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$215K - $245K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of data technology by designing and delivering innovative cloud-based data solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and influencing data engineers to...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $204K *

Innovate solutions that marry data with emerging technologies while leading a team to design and implement scalable, secure data pipelines and cloud solutions, fostering collaboration and mentorship a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $204K *

Develop scalable data solutions by collaborating with Agile teams, leveraging expertise in cloud and data technologies to build robust data pipelines that empower millions to achieve better financial...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $225K *

Grow your career with a pivotal data engineering role driving cloud-based solutions, collaborating with diverse teams to tackle complex challenges and enhance data capabilities for impactful customer...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $225K *

Grow your career with a collaborative team driving data innovation. Lead the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge cloud data solutions, utilizing advanced technologies to solve comp...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $204K *

Elevate systems by collaborating across Agile teams to design and implement data solutions that blend cutting-edge technology with data engineering best practices, enhancing operational efficiency and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$215K - $245K *

Pioneer in data engineering by building scalable solutions and leading teams to transform data into actionable insights, empowering millions and enhancing user experiences through innovative technolog...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $215K *

Join our dynamic team to enhance our accounting technology ecosystem, driving innovation in financial services through cloud-based solutions and agile methodologies while collaborating with stakeholde...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $225K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative cloud data solutions, guiding teams in the design and implementation of robust data architectures while leveraging cutting-edge technologies to empower users a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $171K *

Engineer robust cloud platform capabilities, enhancing developer experience and security through self-service infrastructure and scalable delivery solutions for significant platform services...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$162K - $195K *

Join our team to define and execute the roadmap for innovative ML feature management, ensuring operational excellence and collaboration across teams to enhance development capabilities and deliver hig...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $240K *

Transform software engineering practices by leading complex, high-impact projects. Provide deep technical expertise, mentor teams, and drive innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, scalability...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by developing innovative data solutions that drive critical business decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data management capabilities and ensure a reliabl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive innovation by designing and developing scalable backend services, collaborating closely with engineering teams to enhance platform performance and reliability while mentoring junior developers a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Optimize cloud services by developing and maintaining automation tools that enhance reliability and efficiency. Collaborate with engineers to streamline operations, troubleshoot issues, and improve wo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.