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 *

Drive operational excellence by supporting managed services infrastructure, ensuring seamless incident response, systems administration, and network troubleshooting while collaborating with internal t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engage with stakeholders to shape a visionary strategy for Life and Annuities platforms. Leverage your extensive insurance expertise to define requirements, analyze markets, and drive product innovati...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K *

Transform organizational efficiency by conducting studies, designing systems, and preparing manuals. Collaborate with senior staff to enhance operations and provide technical guidance to junior analys...

Washington DC, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Accelerate automation initiatives by developing end-to-end solutions using Ansible, Python, and RESTful APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compl...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $204K *

Join a team that's redefining security operations by leading a dynamic Cyber Defense unit. You'll manage SOC performance, drive AI integration, and ensure effective incident response while mentoring e...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional technical support and maintaining robust IT infrastructure. Collaborate with IT professionals to enhance system performance and ensure seamless op...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $193K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering excellence by leading high-performing teams in building and modernizing enterprise applications. Drive technical strategy, foster innovation, and ens...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Oracle E-Business Suite solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer engagements and support pre-sales initiatives while collaborating with cross-fun...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $108K *

Analyze and optimize enterprise data workflows, ensuring stakeholders access accurate data. Collaborate on analytics development, support data transformation in Microsoft Fabric, and enhance reporting...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$100K - $125K *

Join us to lead audit engagements for governmental and nonprofit clients, mentor emerging auditors, and solve complex accounting challenges while delivering exceptional client service in a fully remot...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$71K - $96K *

Optimize technical documentation processes for the Solid Rocket Motor program, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with engineering teams to gather data, maintain product information, and pr...

Huntsville, ALRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of pricing strategy by leading deal governance and commercial frameworks. Collaborate across teams to enhance pricing effectiveness and support ARR growth while guiding complex deal s...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a leading role in advancing Microsoft identity solutions for government clients. Leverage your expertise to enhance enterprise Identity, Credential, and Access Management capabil...

Washington, DCRemote

5 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of secure web applications. Leverage your full-stack development skills to build scalable solutions in a collaborative Agile environment, tackling complex challen...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion the development of robust monitoring systems to enhance cloud platform availability. Collaborate with Operations and Engineering teams to identify impactful features, ensuring seamless infras...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock insights by developing and maintaining Power BI dashboards that drive strategic decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders and data teams to transform raw data into impactful visualizations...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Play a key role in architecting and administering the HaloPSA platform, ensuring optimal design, integration, and reporting. Collaborate across teams to enhance workflows and drive efficiency while su...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by managing key accounts and driving performance optimization. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer engagement and revenue growth through strategic insights and data-driven reco...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $125K *

Elevate customer engagement by optimizing privacy program performance across a diverse portfolio. Ensure proactive intervention and support for healthcare privacy teams, driving compliance and enhanci...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive clinical operations excellence by managing protocol compliance, delivering budget oversight, and ensuring successful study start-up in alignment with regulatory standards and internal policies w...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to nurturing customer relationships, ensuring satisfaction, and driving upsell opportunities. You'll manage contracts and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhanc...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Explore a dynamic sales opportunity where you'll drive enterprise-level transformations by collaborating with clients and partners, identifying opportunities, and closing complex deals to boost our ma...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $131K *

Contribute to the development and administration of competitive compensation programs, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy. Lead projects and provide consultation to HR partners while main...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Drive creative excellence by managing multiple projects, delivering compelling narratives, and linking tactical execution to brand strategy. Collaborate with teams to elevate ideas and ensure impactfu...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful BI solutions by managing analytics teams, enhancing client partnerships, and driving data governance initiatives to optimize insights and reporting across diver...

British Columbia, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.