Application Administrator Jobs

Explore Application Administrator jobs that pay $100,000 or more on Ladders. Application Administrators keep essential business software reliable, secure, and ready for users. They configure and maintain applications, manage access, troubleshoot incidents, coordinate updates, and work with technical teams and business stakeholders to improve performance and availability.

What Does an Application Administrator Do?

Application Administrators oversee the day-to-day operation of enterprise and business applications. Depending on the organization and platform, responsibilities may include user provisioning, role and permission management, configuration, release coordination, system monitoring, issue resolution, documentation, and vendor coordination. They may also support audits, data integrity, integrations, and change-management processes.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience administering platforms such as ERP, CRM, HRIS, IT service management, or other enterprise software. Useful qualifications include strong troubleshooting and communication skills, familiarity with identity and access management, an understanding of databases and integrations, and experience with scripting, reporting, or cloud environments. Requirements vary by application and industry; platform-specific certifications can be an advantage.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Application Administrator roles can lead to senior administration, application management, systems analysis, enterprise applications, IT operations, or platform ownership. Some professionals specialize in a particular product or business function, while others build broader expertise across application portfolios. The role often involves close collaboration with security, infrastructure, development, support, and business teams.

Find Application Administrator Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Application Administrator opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by platform, responsibilities, seniority, and workplace arrangement to find openings that match your experience and career goals.

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$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance hybrid infrastructure, ensuring system reliability and security across diverse environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions and optimize...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in client relationships and delivery for a pioneering offsite service. Take ownership of strategy, execution, and performance to drive AI search visibility outcomes for high-value bran...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $231K *

Transform complex security challenges into innovative solutions for public-sector and commercial clients. Lead technical pre-sales efforts, collaborating with sales teams to deliver tailored architect...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $90K *

Drive sales growth and market share by managing principal relationships, optimizing strategies, and collaborating with teams to achieve business objectives while ensuring profitability and effective c...

Baltimore, MDRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $140K *

Champion operational excellence by managing the production pipeline and partner communications for high-impact programs. Drive efficiency, resolve issues, and ensure timely delivery while collaboratin...

Santa Ana, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$86K - $113K *

Unlock potential by transforming user needs into impactful court solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to analyze, document, and enhance internal applications, ensuring effective technology suppor...

Olympia, WARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing facility operations and project management, ensuring high-quality environments for patients and team members. Collaborate across teams to enhance real estate strategies a...

Oakville, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $107K *

Support and enhance data governance operations by collaborating with teams to implement standards, manage data cataloging, and drive tool adoption, ensuring compliance and effective governance workflo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $209K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in AI infrastructure, leading cross-functional teams to optimize data center design and enhance customer value through strategic analysis and documentation...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $118K *

Join a team that's shaping DEI strategy and fostering an inclusive culture. Lead initiatives, mentor teams, and drive organizational change while collaborating with leaders to integrate READI principl...

Ontario, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer AI solutions in insurance and retirement by leading presales engagements, architecting tailored demos, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver imp...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$208K - $235K *

Innovate and lead the development of scalable cloud solutions, ensuring high engineering standards and strategic architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $232K *

Shape the future of technology architecture by leading complex initiatives, aligning enterprise strategies, and driving innovation across multiple domains to enhance operational efficiency and busines...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$102K - $187K *

Lead the charge in strategic supplier management, driving growth and operational excellence through executive engagement, market development, and partner ecosystem initiatives while mentoring teams an...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing IT operations, vendor relationships, and internal projects. Lead endpoint management and ensure service quality while driving technology transitions and compliance init...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead and optimize our operations, ensuring seamless processes across revenue, contracts, partnerships, and people management. You'll build a team and systems that empower growth, driving ef...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Oversee clinical trial management, ensuring quality deliverables and compliance. Collaborate with teams to design protocols, analyze data, and address challenges, driving successful execution of innov...

Blue Bell, PARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by developing and executing strategic sales plans to enhance market share and foster executive relationships within key accounts in the Chemical, Food & Beverage, and Paper industries...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of business operations by optimizing processes across sales and customer success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency, enhance tool adoption, and leverage AI f...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Transform enterprise sales by acquiring new customers in cybersecurity, cloud, and AI solutions. Lead complex sales cycles, build executive relationships, and deliver tailored solutions to drive reven...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Help us drive growth by managing key accounts and generating new business opportunities. Leverage your consultative sales skills to build relationships and deliver tailored solutions for enterprise cl...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$62K - $119K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing billing processes and team development. Oversee daily operations, manage performance, and drive strategic improvements while supporting a dynamic billing depa...

RemoteRemote

Today

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

$125K - $150K *

Champion a robust security program, leading a team to achieve SOC 2 Type 2 attestation while ensuring secure engineering practices across diverse products and cloud environments. Drive compliance, ris...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering advanced utility grid management solutions, focusing on ADMS, OMS, and DERMS integrations. Drive project success through expert consulting, solution design, and implement...

Florida, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Elevate team performance by leading a Scrum team in developing and modernizing enterprise SaaS applications. Guide technical decisions, mentor engineers, and foster collaboration across departments to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an Application Administrator?question toggle

    An Application Administrator manages the configuration, access, maintenance, and ongoing operation of business or enterprise software so it remains reliable and useful to its users.

  • What does an Application Administrator do day to day?question toggle

    Typical duties include managing user accounts and permissions, configuring application settings, monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, coordinating upgrades and releases, documenting changes, and working with vendors or internal technical teams.

  • What skills are important for Application Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include application or platform administration, problem-solving, access management, clear communication, change control, and familiarity with integrations, databases, reporting, or scripting. Specific requirements depend on the software and employer.

  • What qualifications do employers look for?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for relevant IT or application support experience and hands-on knowledge of the platforms they use. A degree or product certification may be preferred for some roles, but requirements vary.

  • How can I find Application Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Application Administrator listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more and compare positions based on platform, responsibilities, and experience level.