Welcome to High-Paying Database Engineer Jobs

Discover a wide range of premium Database Engineer jobs offering six-figure salaries. Set your career on an upward trajectory with opportunities that offer significant financial and professional growth.

What is a Database Engineer?

A Database Engineer is a professional responsible for managing and maintaining database technologies of an organization, ensuring secure and seamless data availability.

Why Database Engineer Jobs on Ladders?

At Ladders, we bring together premium job options in one place. These job positions are vetted, high-paying, and relevant for your career progression as a Database Engineer.

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$116K - $145K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on optimizing database performance, scalability, and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Engineer advanced database architectures to support innovative data analytics for strategic insights and decision-making, while ensuring data quality, security, and scalability in a cloud environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $120K *

Drive the development and maintenance of scalable data infrastructure and pipelines for analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality, governance, and accessibility, optimi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to develop innovative data solutions, enhance our data pipeline, and support cross-functional collaboration, all while contributing to a sustainable future and growing your profess...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Innovate by bridging research and technology transfer, managing agreements, and enhancing collaboration for optimal knowledge sharing. Partner with leadership to develop strategies and support scienti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $140K *

Empower your career as a Data Engineer, driving the design and implementation of a robust data platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, resilient, and efficient access to cr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at building modern data platforms by designing, developing, and operationalizing cloud-native solutions for analytics and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Transform our data landscape as a key strategist, optimizing data ecosystems and championing innovative solutions to elevate business intelligence and analytics for sustained competitive advantage...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $195K *

Lead the design and implementation of database solutions to support data modernization. Work with Oracle GoldenGate, Azure, and Databricks to enable secure real-time data integration for critical VA i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to manage and enhance our database infrastructure, ensuring reliability and scalability while transforming data into valuable insights. Drive data quality and accessibility, and wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement data engineering solutions that drive efficient analysis and support data-driven decisions. Your expertise will ensure accessibility and usability of data a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Empower your career by ensuring the integrity, security, and performance of enterprise-level database systems. Drive innovation through modern architecture and automation while collaborating with stak...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate data management by extracting and transforming complex datasets, mentoring team members, and enhancing legacy processes within a dynamic environment, ensuring data accuracy and quality for opt...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future by enhancing our data foundation and enabling analytics through AWS SageMaker and self-service solutions while ensuring robust, scalable, and secure data architectures and pipelines a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by building scalable data pipelines and solutions that empower analytics and enhance decision-making across diverse business initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform data processes with your expertise in cloud data pipelines, bridging OT/IT systems, and driving efficiency in manufacturing environments. Leverage your advanced SQL and Python skills to enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by transforming client data landscapes through advanced Databricks solutions. Lead the design and implementation of scalable data architectures, bridging technical excellence with rea...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Explore innovative data solutions by designing scalable data pipelines using Azure and Snowflake. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven insights that support critical business...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $135K *

Transform client data challenges into innovative Oracle solutions, enhancing business outcomes across diverse industries while developing your consulting and technical expertise in a collaborative env...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of data engineering by architecting robust data solutions, improving analytics capabilities, and leading technical strategies across multiple domains to drive impactful business outco...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Transform data solutions as a Senior Data Engineer, optimizing ETL processes, managing data pipelines, and ensuring scalable architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-perf...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Architect and implement advanced database solutions, lead initiatives for high availability and performance, optimize systems, and ensure robust security in cloud and on-premises environments while me...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining and optimizing SQL Server environments, ensuring security and performance. Collaborate with development teams on tasks like query optimization and provide c...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $206K *

Empower innovation by leveraging AI-driven platforms and cloud infrastructure. As a Principal Engineer, you'll elevate software development, ensure security, and optimize performance in a collaborativ...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Elevate your career with a crucial role in database administration, ensuring performance and security across both data center and Azure environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Database Engineer do?question toggle

    A Database Engineer designs, develops, and maintains the database systems of an organization. They ensure efficient data flow and storage for the smooth operation of the organization.

  • What skills are required for a Database Engineer job?question toggle

    A Database Engineer needs to have proficiency in SQL, a strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices, and experience in data modelling and database design.

  • Are there high-paying Database Engineer jobs available on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes, Ladders offers a variety of high-paying Database Engineer jobs that offer salaries of $100k per year or more.