Sr Database Engineer: Average Salary & Pay Trends 2026 | Glassdoor
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How much does Sr Database Engineer make?
Total pay range
$132K - $194K/yr
$159K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$110K - $153K/yrBase pay
$22K - $41K/yrAdditional pay
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Frequently asked questions about Sr. Database Engineer salaries
The average salary for Sr. Database Engineer is $159,012 per year or $76 per hour, with top earners making up to $230,318 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $132,184 (25th percentile) to $193,656 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 89 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Sr. Database Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Sr. Database Engineer is $193,656 per year, $16,138 per month or $93 per hour.
The lowest salary for Sr. Database Engineer is $132,184 per year, $11,015 per month or $64 per hour.
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