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 *

Transform your career by designing and implementing cutting-edge physical security systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure solutions meet customer needs while leading technical execution with conf...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the architecture of our data platform, ensuring robust ingestion, modeling, and governance. Collaborate with engineering teams to build scalable solutions that support advanced analytics and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize solutions for our clients by driving collaboration and innovation, enhancing team capabilities, and tackling complex challenges that elevate our digital product engineering to new heights for...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $210K *

Drive the expansion of AI infrastructure by managing data center projects, from site evaluation to network design and vendor negotiations, ensuring efficient and reliable operations across multiple lo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower innovation by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance and support the Data & AI platform. Drive operational efficiency, ensure platform reliability, and contribute to automation i...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $130K *

Optimize enterprise-scale data solutions as a Senior Data Engineer, leveraging 12+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Cloud Platforms, and Big Data technologies to design and implement robust ET...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in data analysis to drive operational excellence in healthcare. Collaborate across teams to interpret complex datasets and ensure compliance with regulato...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive impactful backend solutions in source code workflows, enhancing collaboration between AI and developers. Contribute to system reliability and maintainability using Ruby and GraphQL while collabo...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$60K - $180K *

Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, troubleshoot issues, and enhance system integration for advanced technologies. Collaborate with teams to optimize testing processes and ensure high-qualit...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise data transformation initiatives, managing cross-functional teams, and driving cloud modernization projects. Collaborate with engineering and business stakeholder...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Innovate and drive the development of a world-class OLTP service on Postgres, focusing on high availability, disaster recovery, and performance optimization to support large-scale multi-cloud environm...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Tackle the challenge of designing and building a cutting-edge, multi-cloud OLTP service using Postgres. Collaborate with talented engineers to enhance data security, performance, and scalability for e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $119K *

Transform IT Service Management for the Air Force by developing and deploying innovative ServiceNow solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance workflows, automate processes, and ensure missio...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $137K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement enterprise-grade applications that dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$128K - $158K *

Lead the design and implementation of cloud-native solutions, enabling data integration and optimizing performance across Azure and Microsoft Fabric platforms, while collaborating with cross-functiona...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Join a high-impact team to build robust backend systems for intelligent agent functionalities. You'll shape production infrastructures, ensuring reliability and scalability, while collaborating closel...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $111K *

Engineer and enhance enterprise network infrastructure, focusing on LAN/WAN, routing, and cloud connectivity. Collaborate with IT teams to support servers and virtualization, ensuring optimal performa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining data analytics by transforming raw data into trusted, business-ready datasets. Collaborate across functions to enhance decision-making and drive impactful insights in a d...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing complex web applications and APIs, mentoring junior developers, and enhancing project delivery through agile collaboration and best practices within a dynamic team enviro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to engineering and securing enterprise Windows platforms. You'll design, maintain, and support robust Windows Server infrastructures while collaborating with cross-functio...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Explore a key role in our team as you manage and optimize software deployments, ensuring seamless integration and functionality of critical financial applications for our clients while collaborating w...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Deployment Engineer, responsible for executing software deployments, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with diverse teams for optimal performance in a fast-paced...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as an Application Engineer, crafting dynamic web applications using modern tech. Collaborate on innovative projects while leveraging your expertise in TypeScript, React, and cloud...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $280K *

Join a team that's redefining data storage solutions. As a senior engineer, you'll design and implement high-impact systems, ensuring performance and reliability while collaborating across teams to dr...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Innovate solutions in life sciences by leveraging AI tools to enhance workflows and accelerate therapy delivery, contributing to a high-growth environment focused on real-world applications of technol...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.