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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$95K - $115K *

Empower enterprise-level database integrity through designing and optimizing systems. Engage in all phases of the database lifecycle, collaborating across teams to deliver high-performance solutions a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Innovate data solutions by building and maintaining Snowflake pipelines, migrating ETL jobs, and ensuring data quality. Collaborate with teams to deliver clean datasets while adhering to best practice...

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

$130K - $260K *

Join us to transform complex data into scalable pipelines that drive analytics and decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build robust data architectures and ensure data integrity...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $113K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building secure, scalable data solutions. As a Data Engineer, you'll design and maintain data pipelines, ensuring high-quality data for analytics and business decisions...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $204K *

Empower your career by designing and developing scalable CI systems that enhance developer workflows and software delivery. Collaborate with engineers to create reliable services that support a rapidl...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $159K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing analytical data models and pipelines, collaborating across teams to enhance data-driven solutions that support research and care programs within a dynamic...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform data operations by managing Airtable systems and ensuring reliable API integrations. Collaborate with teams to maintain data integrity and support reporting efforts, while gaining insights i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by supporting data operations in a fast-paced environment, ensuring reliable data flow and integration across systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and con...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive the development of scalable data solutions, ensuring data quality and governance across enterprise platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust data pipelines and suppo...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Champion the development of scalable data solutions, integrating and transforming data for analytics and governance. Collaborate across teams to enhance data quality and support enterprise data initia...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential with a dynamic role driving data engineering solutions, focusing on the creation and maintenance of efficient data pipelines. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to enhance bus...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $170K *

Drive data solutions by architecting and optimizing pipelines, enhancing system performance while collaborating across teams to solve complex business problems with innovative techniques and technolog...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $170K *

Innovate data engineering processes by building and optimizing robust data pipelines. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data accessibility, driving informed decision-making across the organiza...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $175K *

Transform data management by designing and optimizing PostgreSQL databases, ensuring high availability, and collaborating with developers to enhance performance and scalability while adhering to compl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Optimize data management strategies as a Database Engineer, enhancing performance and scalability of PostgreSQL databases. Collaborate with developers, automate tasks, and ensure compliance with polic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data engineering by building scalable, high-performance data warehouse applications. You will optimize pipelines, ensure data quality, and collaborate with experts to enhance data sourcing a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$92K - $139K *

Transform data processes by building and maintaining robust data pipelines and models. Collaborate with teams to enhance data quality and governance, ensuring reliable analytics and reporting for info...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$92K - $139K *

Empower data-driven decisions by building and maintaining robust data pipelines and platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance data quality and governance, ensuring reliable analytics and reporting...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $170K *

Elevate data solutions by designing and implementing scalable data pipelines and governance frameworks, collaborating with stakeholders and IT experts to optimize data flow and support business object...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance clinical data management and reporting solutions. Collaborate with teams to develop high-quality data sources for our analytics platform, ensuring effective integration of h...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to innovative data solutions by designing and maintaining an enterprise data warehouse, building robust ETL pipelines, and delivering impactful analytics that drive key business decisions...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower data-driven insights by architecting robust data platforms, overseeing ingestion and transformation across diverse customers, and mentoring a growing team while ensuring data integrity and per...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by designing and evolving our enterprise data platform, focusing on Azure Lakehouse integration and data architecture to enhance analytics, reporting, and business intelligence a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing a cutting-edge data platform. This role focuses on Azure Lakehouse architecture, data integration, and analytical enablement, driving data strategy acros...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $145K *

Shape the future of data engineering by designing and maintaining robust data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data workflows, ensuring quality and reliability for critic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.