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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$80K - $95K *

Empower the future of technology by managing Microsoft 365 services, ensuring security and performance. Collaborate with IT teams to deliver innovative solutions while providing Tier 2/3 support and d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Advance innovation by leveraging 12+ years of software engineering expertise in complex programs. Collaborate with teams to enhance software solutions using Java, Springboot, and cloud technologies, e...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative software solutions. Leverage your extensive experience in software engineering to drive complex projects and collaborate with cross-functional tea...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $140K *

Transform sales development by building innovative AI-driven software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and streamline workflows, contributing to the fu...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and developing high-volume software applications in an Agile environment, solving complex engineering challenges to enhance healthcare information systems and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Optimize data quality by leading ETL testing and validation efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and accuracy across diverse environments and technologies, while...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $186K *

Transform data solutions by designing and implementing scalable analytics for US Oncology datasets, focusing on data quality, lifecycle management, and integration with stakeholders to enhance operati...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $186K *

Architect scalable data solutions for US Oncology datasets, focusing on data quality, lifecycle management, and technical debt reduction. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver reliable data assets...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $186K *

Partner with us to design and implement scalable data solutions, enhancing data quality and lifecycle management while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver reliable data assets for analytics and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K *

Lead the charge in advancing robust data platforms and optimizing Microsoft environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, scalable, and high-performing enterprise data servic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate data engineering efforts by designing and maintaining telemetry systems. Collaborate in fast-paced environments to implement observability tools, troubleshoot complex issues, and enhance data...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career forward by developing engineered estimates and budgets for security systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success while leveraging your expertise in elec...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $176K *

Join a team that's building a cutting-edge Client Performance Portal. Lead the architecture and integration of client-facing solutions, ensuring seamless data access and compliance while driving full...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Explore your potential by managing KPIs and supporting database operations. Collaborate with teams to enhance reporting and optimize systems, ensuring data integrity and performance across multiple pl...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $219K *

Engage in designing and building scalable enterprise software solutions, focusing on cloud-native applications and microservices. Collaborate across teams to deliver secure, resilient platforms that e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $219K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Software Engineer, driving innovation in scalable enterprise solutions. Collaborate across teams to design secure, resilient APIs and cloud-native applications that enh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $230K *

Join a team that's transforming federal solutions by building scalable, secure applications. Collaborate with AI engineers to deliver high-quality software that meets mission-critical needs across div...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Bring your expertise to a collaborative team focused on developing innovative software solutions. Engage in all phases of the SDLC, contributing to requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $135K *

Unlock potential by designing and integrating complex environmental datasets. Engage with stakeholders to ensure accurate data representation while driving technical solutions and data governance in a...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize data systems by bridging raw signals and actionable insights through innovative architectures and platforms, enabling effective analysis and fostering cross-functional collaboration within a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $140K *

Champion high-quality data integration and analytical platforms to drive business insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable models, ensuring data reliability and self-service capabili...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $199K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced data management systems to support intelligence missions. Collaborate with users to optimize data architectures and ensure efficient data processing acro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of AI-driven software synthesis by tackling complex database challenges and enhancing engineering processes that empower customers to transition to Snowflake with ease and confidence...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of AI-driven database technology by tackling complex challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our virtualization platform and drive innovation in data management...

Menlo Park, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $202K *

Join a team that's innovating in data engineering, leveraging Azure and Databricks to craft scalable data pipelines, enhance financial platforms, and collaborate within agile teams for impactful solut...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   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.