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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Supervisor, Coding Data Management & Education
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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...
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Technical Account Manager - Healthcare
$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...
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$172K - $203K *
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$95K - $115K *
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$130K - $160K *
Transform program execution by coordinating large-scale data center initiatives, ensuring alignment across stakeholders, managing risks, and driving milestones to successful completion while fostering...
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$110K - $130K *
Empower customer success by serving as the primary technical contact, enhancing solution stability and satisfaction through expert guidance and relationship building in a dynamic, fast-paced environme...
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$80K - $95K *
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$80K - $200K *
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Develop and enhance JD Edwards applications to drive business efficiency across departments. Collaborate with analysts to create solutions that meet specifications and improve processes in a manufactu...
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Unlock your potential by leading the design and delivery of a transformative Medicaid data platform. Collaborate with stakeholders and guide teams to modernize healthcare systems through innovative cl...
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What is an Application Administrator?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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