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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$120K - $150K *

Accelerate customer success by forging strategic partnerships and guiding enterprise clients through their AI security journeys, ensuring they achieve measurable outcomes and realize business value fr...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform regulatory environments by configuring and supporting Veeva Vault RIM systems. Collaborate with clients to ensure compliance and reliability while implementing ongoing managed services and a...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $115K *

Unlock new opportunities as you drive revenue growth through strategic prospecting and consultative selling in the K-12 education sector. Build lasting relationships and deliver impactful solutions th...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive revenue growth by identifying new opportunities and expanding existing accounts in K-12 education. Leverage your consultative selling skills to deliver impactful solut...

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1 week ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving revenue growth through strategic prospecting and consultative selling in K-12 education. Build relationships, identify opportunities, and deliver impactful solutions that e...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Shape the future of educational sales by driving growth through consultative solutions, managing customer relationships, and closing new business in the K-12 sector. Leverage your expertise to achieve...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales role focused on K-12 education solutions. Drive revenue through prospecting, consultative selling, and strategic account planning while building lasting customer...

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2 weeks ago

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

$175K - $285K *

Lead the charge in bridging technical solutions with client needs, fostering strong relationships, and driving successful outcomes through collaboration and strategic account management in the digital...

Arkansas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative marketing technology solutions to enhance campaign execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize customer journeys and drive data-driven engagement, ensuring effect...

Charlotte, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $185K *

Drive strategic growth by identifying and developing solution-specific opportunities within key accounts, leveraging industry expertise to influence client transformation initiatives and enhance sales...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing procurement processes and delivering effective SAP solutions. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to enhance materials management and drive e...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $195K *

Transform systems integration by designing and maintaining APIs, automating workflows, and optimizing SaaS tools. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes and provide technical support for com...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading the Sponsored Programs division to enhance funding levels and proposal output. Oversee financial management, develop policies, and ensure compliance while fostering collabo...

Miami, FLRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$100K *

Drive sales success by exceeding quotas and presenting innovative HCM/WFM solutions. Collaborate with a dedicated team to support proposals and demos, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention in a...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage in partnership acquisition and growth by managing relationships, optimizing strategies, and driving performance metrics. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance partner activation and achieve...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $137K *

Lead the charge in transforming workflows with AI, driving adoption and measurable impact in legal, tax, and trade sectors. Collaborate with clients and teams to design, implement, and evaluate innova...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by bridging sales and engineering as a key technical resource. You'll scope, quote, and support customer needs for low and medium-voltage switchgear solutions, ensuring alignment w...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining the Software Development Lifecycle and Developer Experience. Lead global strategies, build innovative offerings, and drive transformation for clients, leveraging expertis...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $150K *

Elevate billing processes by overseeing design and governance within Oracle, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in invoicing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements and mentor jun...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead impactful product marketing initiatives by transforming complex AI Gateway messaging into actionable sales enablement and competitive intelligence. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance field...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of recruiting in a fast-paced startup. You'll own the full-cycle hiring process for both technical and non-technical roles, collaborating closely with leadership...

Washington, DCRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $295K *

Pioneer innovative application security strategies and vulnerability management programs, driving impactful change in a high-visibility role that balances broad influence with deep technical expertise...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $295K *

Join a team that's redefining application security. In this pivotal role, you'll shape vulnerability management and mentor engineers, driving innovation and ensuring the safety of diverse cloud and Io...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $295K *

Lead the evolution of our application security programs, driving vulnerability management and automation across a multi-product environment while mentoring teams and influencing security strategies to...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $295K *

Transform the landscape of application security by leading vulnerability management and developing innovative solutions across cloud, IoT, and corporate systems, while mentoring teams and ensuring the...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.