Database Engineer II Salary in the United States

Database Engineer II Salary

How much does a Database Engineer II make in the United States? The average Database Engineer II salary in the United States is $94,291 as of April 27, 2020, but the range typically falls between $79,224 and $107,865. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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25% $79,224 10% $65,506 90% $120,223 75% $107,865 $94,291 50%(Median)
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Job Description for Database Engineer II

Database Engineer II assists in the planning and engineering of an organization's databases. Assists with the implementation and design of the databases. Being a Database Engineer II monitors the performance, scalability and security. Evaluates existing database design to determine necessary updates and integration requirements of new design, and to ensure final solutions meet organizational needs. Additionally, Database Engineer II requires comprehensive knowledge of database technologies, along with solid coding and computer system skills. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Database Engineer II gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Database Engineer II typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2020 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Database Engineer II

Database Engineer II
Database Engineer III
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Christopher A. Cartwright, Executive Vice President, U.S. Information Services
TransUnion
TransUnion provides risk and information solutions. The company operates in three segments: U.S. Information Services (USIS), International, and Consumer Interactive. The USIS segment provides consumer reports, risk scores, and analytical and decisioning services for businesses. These businesses use its services to acq... More
Fiscal Year Ended in 2018
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Database Engineer II Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.3%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 10.7%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.7%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.0%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.9%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 21.0%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.0%

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