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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$92K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer experiences through innovative software solutions. As a software engineer, you'll tackle complex challenges, contribute to system development, and co...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $170K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer integrations by driving technical discovery, scoping complex implementations, and ensuring successful onboarding for high-stakes accounts. Collaborate closely...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $170K *

Shape the future of customer integration by leading technical demos, scoping onboarding processes, and ensuring seamless implementation of solutions. Collaborate with sales teams and manage post-launc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $272K *

Engineer robust data infrastructures that drive AI innovations for complex document processing while ensuring compliance, security, and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead th...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$146K - $272K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust data platform that supports AI innovation while maintaining stellar reliability, compliance, and security standards. Drive technology decisions and team development...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$190K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving innovative systems engineering solutions. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver analytical insights and technical expertise throughout the s...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop innovative software solutions to enhance the Iris platform, collaborating with a skilled team to tackle complex challenges and deliver high-quality products while ensuring compliance with spec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join us to drive innovative automated storage solutions, collaborating with sales teams and customers to design efficient proposals and ensure seamless project execution from concept to delivery...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $221K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by designing and maintaining robust data systems. Lead the development of scalable pipelines and relational databases, ensuring secure data flow and integration for...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Transform marketing analytics by leading the development of scalable data pipelines and reusable datasets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support advanced analytics and machine learning in...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $170K *

Unlock innovative data solutions by leading integration strategies and architectural decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure data and AI solutions while driving...

New Brunswick, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Drive technical solutions and support enterprise Proof of Concepts, collaborating with sales teams and channel partners to address complex customer needs and showcase the innovative potential of datab...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in database systems as a Research Scientist, tackling high-impact challenges in query optimization, distributed systems, and AI. Collaborate with experts to translate research into pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by contributing to the development and optimization of advanced quantum communication networks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance scalability and security while le...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$185K - $270K *

Unlock potential by owning the development of a robust data platform, integrating diverse sources, and enhancing user-facing features. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality, reliability, and perf...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of data engineering by designing scalable solutions, optimizing data flows, and establishing best practices across the lifecycle, while providing technical leadership to engineering t...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of geometric modeling by developing innovative algorithmic solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior developers, and focus on delivering quality code while enh...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $140K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing geometry processing algorithms for engineering applications, bridging advanced models with practical engineering workflows using machine learning and 2D/3D...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $170K *

Join us to shape the future of DevOps by providing technical leadership and architectural direction across agile teams. Drive automation, enhance developer experience, and champion a culture of contin...

Massachusetts, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Champion the evolution of DevOps practices by providing technical leadership and architectural direction across agile teams, enhancing software delivery speed and reliability while fostering a culture...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Champion innovation in DevOps as you lead architectural direction and enhance CI/CD practices across agile teams, driving efficiency and reliability in software delivery while fostering a culture of c...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Champion DevOps excellence by leading architectural direction and CI/CD practices across agile teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software delivery, ensuring scalability, securi...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$147K - $210K *

Drive the development of autonomous data agents, ensuring safety and efficiency in large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems. Collaborate with teams to create robust solutions that empower se...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $185K *

Partner with us to deliver innovative payment solutions, guiding merchants through complex integrations and technical decisions that enhance performance and scalability in a dynamic environment...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Transform infrastructure planning by building robust data pipelines and models to understand demand and optimize costs. Collaborate across teams to deliver actionable insights on capacity and utilizat...

3 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.