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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$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of enterprise architecture by leading strategic initiatives, translating business goals into scalable solutions, and guiding cross-functional teams in integrating complex healthcare a...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to transform business challenges into AI-driven solutions, prioritizing opportunities and guiding projects from discovery to adoption, ensuring measurable impact and operat...

Madison, WIRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Drive strategic initiatives by leading a team to enhance organizational effectiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, refine goals, and execute projects that align with the m...

Anchorage, AKRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$140K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading digital transformation initiatives, leveraging open source and cloud technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance public sector solutions, ensuring clar...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$222K - $278K *

Drive transformative change by engaging enterprise clients to modernize operations, enhance efficiency, and leverage data insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate complex sales cycles and b...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$46K - $131K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer service and operational efficiency. Lead initiatives in finance operations, manage complex reporting, and build strong client relationships while dri...

Louisville, KYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $126K *

Empower customer success by managing renewals, driving growth, and mitigating risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client relationships and ensure satisfaction while maximizing co...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$222K - $278K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise operations by consolidating technologies, digitizing workflows, and delivering impactful data insights to strategic customers, driving efficiency and sustain...

New York, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$68K - $105K *

Transform your career by configuring and supporting Epic applications. Engage in systems analysis, design, and problem resolution while collaborating with end-users to enhance their experience and str...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$53K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data analysis to support public health initiatives. Collaborate on quantitative and qualitative evaluations, ensuring data integrity and contributing to impactful progra...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$71K - $113K *

Contribute to project success by managing cost and schedule for plant outages. Collaborate with project teams to analyze budgets, track progress, and ensure timely reporting, all while adhering to pro...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing strategic customer accounts, fostering partnerships, and driving growth through exceptional service and collaboration. This remote role emphasizes customer retention and o...

Indiana, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $200K *

Manage and execute a comprehensive IAM strategy, ensuring robust identity security across corporate and cloud environments. Lead a team to implement Zero Trust principles and enhance identity governan...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $160K *

Empower channel partners by providing technical leadership and solution architecture expertise focused on HPE Aruba technologies. Drive sales engagement and architect resilient infrastructure solution...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Reimagine client engagement by targeting new business opportunities with complex clients. Drive cross-selling initiatives, conduct in-depth market research, and build strong relationships with senior...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $140K *

Champion operational excellence by managing enterprise project portfolios, ensuring effective budget management, resource allocation, and adherence to project governance. Drive transformational initia...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $260K *

Lead the charge in optimizing the AMS partner portfolio, aligning strategic partners with high-value opportunities. Drive execution, remove blockers, and ensure measurable outcomes through effective c...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate client success by owning the onboarding and rollout for enterprise clients, ensuring smooth transitions from purchase to sustained usage. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive ad...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead service delivery excellence for a major enterprise account, ensuring performance, compliance, and continuous improvement while fostering strong client relationships and managing cross-functional...

New Jersey, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Transform healthcare by optimizing Epic applications that ensure safe patient care and enhance operational workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build, train, and support vital system...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $188K *

Pioneer a transformative Agile project management role overseeing large-scale software development. Lead coordination and execution across multiple teams and workstreams while ensuring alignment with...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $129K *

Lead the charge in operational oversight of HIMS coding data quality, guiding coder education activities to ensure compliance, accuracy, and continuous improvement in data management across acute care...

Wilmington, DERemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving integration data migration strategies and analysis. Collaborate with project teams to execute and support data governance initiatives, ensuring quality and efficiency across...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the technical relationship with healthcare accounts, ensuring platform adoption, risk mitigation, and customer growth through proactive advisory and strategic planning. Collaborate with IT teams...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate global post-market surveillance by leading a team focused on safety, compliance, and performance of medical devices. Drive field actions, analyze data, and collaborate cross-functionally to en...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.