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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$155K - $170K *

Partner with us to design and build high-performance data solutions, translating complex logic into scalable models and pipelines. Collaborate across teams to improve data quality and adopt innovative...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive data-driven insights by building robust data models and pipelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and deliver actionable reports across various business functions, enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$79K - $209K *

Engineer scalable, resilient distributed systems. Optimize performance, implement fault tolerance, and ensure compliance while collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency and security...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $209K *

Transform distributed systems by designing, implementing, and optimizing scalable components. Enhance service reliability and performance through advanced testing, automation, and security practices w...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $209K *

Innovate scalable, resilient distributed systems by designing, implementing, and optimizing components. Collaborate on fault-tolerant solutions, enhance performance, and ensure compliance while proact...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $209K *

Elevate your career by designing and optimizing high-performance GPU systems for AI/ML workloads. Collaborate on innovative solutions that enhance scalability and resilience in distributed environment...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $209K *

Join a dynamic team to design and build scalable cloud solutions, enhancing high-availability systems. Collaborate across teams to innovate and improve customer experiences while tackling complex chal...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $172K *

Unlock data-driven insights by designing and developing enterprise BI solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to create impactful reports and dashboards, leveraging advanced analytics to drive strate...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $172K *

Unlock your potential by designing and supporting advanced business intelligence solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform data into actionable insights, utilizing tools like Power BI and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $172K *

Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights through innovative business intelligence solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, develop, and optimize reporting tools that dr...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $172K *

Drive data-driven decision-making by designing and developing enterprise BI solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to create impactful reports and dashboards, leveraging tools like Power BI and Apac...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $172K *

Help us drive data-driven decision-making by designing and supporting enterprise BI solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform complex data into actionable insights through advanced analyti...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's enhancing healthcare interoperability through infrastructure engineering. Contribute to system reliability and performance while supporting the Epic Payer Platform with Windows Serv...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Support and enhance critical infrastructure for a modern healthcare platform, ensuring system reliability and performance through Windows Server administration, PowerShell automation, and IIS support...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive data excellence by designing, developing, and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines across various platforms, ensuring quality and reliability to support analytics and AI workflows in a collaborative, d...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $164K *

Innovate solutions in quantitative finance by designing a risk computation platform. Collaborate with teams on complex projects and provide technical leadership, ensuring scalable applications in a dy...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Innovate by designing and developing scalable web applications that enhance customer and internal operations, while supporting legacy systems and integrating modern technologies for improved efficienc...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $115K *

Optimize data ecosystems by building and refining scalable pipelines, enhancing analytics capabilities, and ensuring data governance. Collaborate across teams to drive operational excellence and suppo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Drive engineering success with expert support, optimizing customer workflows and resolving complex build issues while enhancing user experience through collaboration and proactive problem-solving...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing our complex data architecture, ensuring robust event sourcing, efficient data processing, and AI preparedness. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $280K *

Shape the future of customer solutions by leveraging technical expertise, providing in-depth knowledge of high-performance I/O workloads and distributed file systems, while collaborating with clients...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $184K *

Elevate the Fintech landscape by architecting robust risk and compliance solutions. Leverage cutting-edge GenAI and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performing, scalable applica...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$96K - $115K *

Transform complex data challenges into actionable solutions by leading data engineering efforts. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality data products and architect scalable data pipelines us...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation by designing and developing AI-augmented solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement scalable applications, elevate client offerings, and lead the transformation of tech...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of device management solutions by leveraging your technical acumen to educate customers, bridge teams, and drive product improvements while fostering strong, lasting relationships and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.