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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$80K - $95K *

Advance corporate security initiatives by leading physical security projects, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring safety across multi-unit locations, while supervising a dedicated security tea...

Texas, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $179K *

Transform operations by leading a dynamic Scheduling Analyst team, enhancing workflow efficiency, and driving strategic improvements across departments. Collaborate with internal and external partners...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $110K *

Champion the resolution of complex Tier 3 auto claims, leveraging expertise in investigation, liability assessment, and negotiation to ensure effective outcomes while serving as the primary contact fo...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion revenue growth by managing ISV channel partners, driving strategies, and optimizing performance. Build strong relationships, analyze data, and identify new opportunities to enhance profitabil...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the transformation of healthcare IT by managing ServiceNow projects, enhancing workflows, and ensuring seamless integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solution...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $111K *

Drive the claims module for health care projects, providing domain expertise and analysis. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality processes, meet customer expectations, and assist in implementation...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of platform capabilities by leading strategy and execution for data, AI, and user experience initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and enhance custo...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by driving business development in clinical research and medical imaging. Build strategic client relationships, identify new opportunities, and contribute to innovative healthcare...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $106K *

Analyze and audit financial reports to identify risks and improve processes. Collaborate with team members to provide insights and updates on audit findings while applying intermediate knowledge in fi...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $167K *

Champion innovative application designs and integrations, ensuring alignment with architecture roadmaps. Collaborate with teams to optimize functionality and act as a subject matter expert in product...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive client success as a key Account Manager, managing relationships across diverse industries. Oversee project lifecycles, enhance client experiences, and help shape the client services function fro...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $144K *

Accelerate revenue growth by managing key customer accounts and identifying new business opportunities. Build strong relationships and deliver tailored solutions to enhance customer satisfaction and s...

Richmond, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior electrical engineer, providing technical leadership in substation design and commissioning. Leverage your expertise to ensure project success through collaboration, ove...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $250K *

Empower a dynamic team of Dell Specialty Sales Specialists to drive refresh opportunities across storage, servers, and end-user computing. Lead training, manage sales processes, and align with interna...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead and enhance cybersecurity operations, ensuring effective incident response, threat detection, and client security assurance. Collaborate cross-functionally to bridge security strategy with tactic...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K *

Join a team that's driving impactful cross-functional initiatives by leading strategic delivery efforts. Leverage your project management expertise to align complex projects with enterprise priorities...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$150K - $225K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic Security Operations team, overseeing incident response and SOC improvements while driving hands-on investigations and AI-assisted workflows to enhance security posture and op...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of project management for transmission and substation projects, leading teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget while ensuring client satisfaction and fostering...

San Diego, CARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$64K - $147K *

Shape the future of business analysis by documenting requirements, collaborating with stakeholders, and delivering innovative solutions. Drive project success through effective communication and manag...

Lansing, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $164K *

Champion innovative business analysis strategies to drive enterprise alignment, enhance decision-making, and deliver measurable outcomes. Collaborate with leadership to shape initiatives that support...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $164K *

Champion operational excellence by leading business analysis initiatives, driving process improvements, and aligning solutions with strategic goals to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the o...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate customer engagement by leading SaaS renewal strategies, fostering relationships, and driving growth through negotiation and operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $160K *

Architect innovative solutions for enterprise planning, driving strategy and implementation of Workday Adaptive Planning. Collaborate with finance and HR to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and reporti...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Engage in advanced engineering of the ServiceNow platform, driving stability and scalability. Collaborate with teams to implement upgrades and integrations, utilizing modern practices to enhance servi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the Web3 landscape by developing innovative dApps and backend services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security, scalability, and seamless user experiences in a dynamic, r...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.