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Freelance Cloud Database Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Manage on-premise and Cloud database deployments (i.e., Docker, Kubernetes), and in the cloud (i.e ... Database Engineer Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI with CI Polygraph. Investigation or CV date within ...

Cloud Database Infrastructure Engineer

OR · Remote

$55.75 - $74.50/hr

... cloud environment. We seek exceptional software engineers to develop and maintain the infrastructure to transform ClickHouse into a fully functional serverless database solution. Collaborating ...

Senior Cloud Operations Engineer - DBA

Irvine, CA · On-site

$112K - $152K/yr

The Senior Cloud Operations Engineer - DBA will be responsible for proactively identifying and troubleshooting cloud database faults, optimizing performance, and collaborating with business ...

We are seeking an experienced NoSQL and DB2 on premises and Public Cloud Database Engineer to join our dynamic DB Engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing ...

We are seeking an experienced NoSQL and DB2 on premises and Public Cloud Database Engineer to join our dynamic DB Engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing ...

We are seeking an experienced NoSQL and DB2 on premises and Public Cloud Database Engineer to join our dynamic DB Engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing ...

We are seeking an experienced NoSQL and DB2 on premises and Public Cloud Database Engineer to join our dynamic DB Engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing ...

Senior Database Engineer

Westlake, TX · On-site

$101K - $138K/yr

Hands on working knowledge of Cloud Databases especially Azure Managed Databases such as Postgres * Bonus points for experience with Cloud Database management and configurations in the areas of Cloud ...

Database Engineer (Informatica) - Contingent Location: Charlotte, NC Role Type: Contingent About ... Experience with large-scale Informatica platform modernization and cloud migrations. * Proven ...

We are seeking a skilled and collaborative Database Engineer to join our team and help support the ... Maintain and support SQL Server database environments across on-premises and cloud deployments.

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How much do freelance cloud database engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance cloud database engineer in the United States is $122,112.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,500.00 and $140,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Cloud Database Engineer vs Cloud Database Administrator?

AspectFreelance Cloud Database EngineerCloud Database Administrator
CredentialsCertifications like AWS Certified Database - Specialty, Azure Data EngineerSimilar certifications, often with vendor-specific credentials
Work EnvironmentIndependent, project-based, remote or on-siteFull-time, in-house or remote, within organizations
Employer & Industry UsageClients across various industries, tech startups, consulting firmsOrganizations managing cloud databases, IT departments
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for freelance roles, project-based work, consultingSeeking full-time or part-time cloud database management roles

The main difference is that Freelance Cloud Database Engineers work independently on diverse projects, often remotely, while Cloud Database Administrators are typically employed full-time within organizations to manage and maintain cloud databases. Both roles require similar certifications and skills but differ in work setting and employment type.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Cloud Database Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 99% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 72% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,112 per year, or $58.7 per hour.
Database Engineer

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Position Title: Database Engineer
Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI with CI Polygraph. Investigation or CV date within 5 years

Duties and Responsibilities:

Database Administration and Management:

  • Design, implement, and maintain PostgreSQLwith Pgvector, Neo4J, and ElasticSearch object-relational, graph, and NoSQL database environments, including schema design, data modeling, performance tuning, and query optimization.
  • Develop and implement data backup and recovery strategies as well as data loading strategies for efficient ingestion of data.
  • Monitor and tune databases performance, ensuring optimal query execution and resource utilization.
  • Develop and implement best practices for database security, including access control and data encryption.
  • Design and implement security policies, user access controls, and encryption methods to protect sensitive data
  • Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, including performance bottlenecks and data inconsistencies
  • Perform routine database administration tasks, including installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and migrations
  • Work closely with the engineering team and other stakeholders to support their analytical needs and provide guidance on database use cases.
  • Participate in scrum meetings, architecture reviews, and code reviews
  • Design, develop, and maintain Extract, Transport, and Load (ETL) pipelines to extract, transform, and load data from various sources.

Performance Tuning and Optimization:

  • Conduct performance analysis, tuning, and query optimization for all databases
  • Analyze execution plans and database resource usage, and make recommendations for improvements
  • Configure and tune database parameters to achieve optimal performance, especially for large datasets

Data Modeling and Development Support:

  • Collaborate with application developers and data architects to design and implement new database schemas for both relational and graph data models
  • Write and optimize complex SQL queries for PostgreSQL and SPARQL/Cypher queries
  • Support data migration, Extract, Transform, Load (ETL), and Extract, Load, Transform (ELT) processes to facilitate data movement between systems
  • Ensure data quality and integrity throughout the ETL process.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for data pipelines and database schemas.

Infrastructure and Automation:

  • Manage on-premise and Cloud database deployments (i.e., Docker, Kubernetes), and in the cloud (i.e., AWS, Azure)
  • Develop and implement automation scripts using languages like Python or Bash, and tools like Terraform or Ansible to manage database infrastructure as code

Maintain database documentation, including design specifications, configurations, and procedures

Position Title: Database Engineer
Clearance Requirements: TS/SCI with CI Polygraph. Investigation or CV date within 5 years

Duties and Responsibilities:

Database Administration and Management:

  • Design, implement, and maintain PostgreSQLwith Pgvector, Neo4J, and ElasticSearch object-relational, graph, and NoSQL database environments, including schema design, data modeling, performance tuning, and query optimization.
  • Develop and implement data backup and recovery strategies as well as data loading strategies for efficient ingestion of data.
  • Monitor and tune databases performance, ensuring optimal query execution and resource utilization.
  • Develop and implement best practices for database security, including access control and data encryption.
  • Design and implement security policies, user access controls, and encryption methods to protect sensitive data
  • Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, including performance bottlenecks and data inconsistencies
  • Perform routine database administration tasks, including installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and migrations
  • Work closely with the engineering team and other stakeholders to support their analytical needs and provide guidance on database use cases.
  • Participate in scrum meetings, architecture reviews, and code reviews
  • Design, develop, and maintain Extract, Transport, and Load (ETL) pipelines to extract, transform, and load data from various sources.

Performance Tuning and Optimization:

  • Conduct performance analysis, tuning, and query optimization for all databases
  • Analyze execution plans and database resource usage, and make recommendations for improvements
  • Configure and tune database parameters to achieve optimal performance, especially for large datasets

Data Modeling and Development Support:

  • Collaborate with application developers and data architects to design and implement new database schemas for both relational and graph data models
  • Write and optimize complex SQL queries for PostgreSQL and SPARQL/Cypher queries
  • Support data migration, Extract, Transform, Load (ETL), and Extract, Load, Transform (ELT) processes to facilitate data movement between systems
  • Ensure data quality and integrity throughout the ETL process.
  • Develop and maintain documentation for data pipelines and database schemas.

Infrastructure and Automation:

  • Manage on-premise and Cloud database deployments (i.e., Docker, Kubernetes), and in the cloud (i.e., AWS, Azure)
  • Develop and implement automation scripts using languages like Python or Bash, and tools like Terraform or Ansible to manage database infrastructure as code
  • Maintain database documentation, including design specifications, configurations, and procedures

Echelon Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.Â