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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$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge trading applications that enhance risk management and analytics for Fixed Income and Commodities. Collaborate globally to optimize performance and deliver i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $190K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing scalable data architectures using Databricks on AWS or Azure. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and optimize data flow, driving impa...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $233K *

Drive your career forward by leading data architecture strategy for Securities Services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize data landscapes, establish governance frameworks, and enab...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $234K *

Advance the future of cloud services by designing and developing scalable, reliable backend systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance performance and operational excellence in distributed sy...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer enterprise data architecture and analytics initiatives. Define strategies, develop scalable solutions, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data governance while driving innovation in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at our data modernization efforts by leading the engineering team to build a unified Azure data platform, integrating Salesforce and WMS for enhanced operational visibility and dec...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K *

Drive innovation in our 24/7 operations by enhancing field software tools for drivers and staff. Collaborate closely with teams to ensure seamless integration and real-time data flow, delivering impac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative software solutions by leveraging your extensive experience and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project success and quality outcomes...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead a team to enhance data quality across products, ensuring reliability and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective testing strategies and maintain high performanc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $149K *

Lead the charge in architecting and optimizing advanced data warehouses. Collaborate with IT and business teams to design flexible, scalable structures that enhance BI applications and ensure data int...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $149K *

Transform complex data architectures to optimize business intelligence and support enterprise needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement robust data warehouses that enhance data inte...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $144K *

Lead the charge in transforming data operations by designing and implementing semantic data solutions that enhance business understanding and AI integration, ensuring consistent data usage across the...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $144K *

Reimagine data engineering by creating trusted, reusable data products that enhance decision-making and automate processes. Collaborate across teams to build a semantic layer that ensures consistent d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $144K *

Design and implement semantic data solutions to enhance enterprise data consistency, enabling effective decision-making and AI integration across business domains. Collaborate with stakeholders to del...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $144K *

Contribute to the development of semantic data solutions, ensuring consistent data interpretation across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and validate data...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $144K *

Elevate your career by designing and delivering semantic data solutions that enhance enterprise data understanding, enabling AI and analytics to drive informed decision-making across business function...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $144K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by creating semantic data solutions that enhance business intelligence and AI capabilities, ensuring consistent data interpretation across the organizati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $144K *

Transform data engineering by designing reusable Snowflake products, implementing semantic layers, and ensuring data quality. Collaborate with business leaders to enhance decision-making and automate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $144K *

Drive the development of semantic data solutions, ensuring consistent data interpretation across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and automate process...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $160K *

Join us to lead a data engineering team, driving analytics delivery and execution leadership. You will refine specifications, manage workloads, and ensure quality progress on complex data transformati...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $202K *

Optimize security solutions by partnering with development teams to embed secure coding practices and automate security assessments across technology platforms, ensuring robust protection of customer...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by developing robust data integrations using .NET technologies. Collaborate with partners to ensure seamless data flow, from design to production support, while enhancing the MyMedlog...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $260K *

Empower developers by leading engagement and education initiatives to enhance their experience with AI infrastructure, ensuring they can efficiently build and deploy innovative solutions on a cutting...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $260K *

Lead the charge in developer relations by innovating strategies that enhance developer experiences, foster community engagement, and drive adoption of cutting-edge AI infrastructure at scale for Nscal...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $209K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing scalable, secure systems while driving engineering excellence. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency, mentor peers, and implement robus...

2 weeks ago

  •   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.