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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$100K - $120K *

Advance global service delivery by managing offshore partnerships, ensuring performance excellence, and driving operational improvements across teams to enhance productivity and quality outcomes...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative Salesforce solutions in financial services. As a trusted advisor, you'll architect scalable solutions, align technology with business goals, and drive best p...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Public Safety. You'll manage the full sales cycle, build relationships with key stakeholders, and leverage your expertise to enhance 911 Emergency Communicatio...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $173K *

Help us drive data excellence by leading complex business information management initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data governance and analytics, ensuring compliance and strategic...

Charlotte, NCRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $150K *

Join a team that's engineering innovative cloud solutions, ensuring stability and performance while driving continuous improvement across scalable environments. Your expertise will shape the future of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate business growth by leading proposal management efforts, ensuring compliance and responsiveness while guiding teams towards developing compelling proposals across various sectors. Drive exce...

Rockville, MDRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Elevate client solutions by managing RFPs and renewals, analyzing vendor terms, and mentoring junior colleagues. Collaborate with teams to drive strategic benefits consulting and deliver exceptional c...

Illinois, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $96K *

Join a team that's driving automation and digital transformation in government and defense. Leverage your RPA expertise to design, develop, and deploy innovative solutions while collaborating with div...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, collaborating with a seasoned team to tackle complex challenges. Drive product development in a fully remote environment, focusing on user n...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$67K - $100K *

Drive operational excellence by supporting the development and maintenance of standardized playbooks, SOPs, and workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure clarity and consistency in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $197K *

Shape the future of IT change management by providing governance and oversight for cloud infrastructure and DevOps processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service reliability and...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $195K *

Optimize and enhance healthcare platform operations by building and maintaining Azure infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and leveraging AI tools for efficiency and reliability. Collaborate with teams to...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $190K *

Lead the charge in managing firewall infrastructure engineering, ensuring operational excellence, scalability, and security. Drive team performance, oversee lifecycle management, and enhance capabilit...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Transform the Salesforce CRM landscape by leading strategy, execution, and a talented team. Drive enhancements across Sales Cloud and CPQ, ensuring alignment with business goals while modernizing reve...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Help us streamline the integration of tactical and non-tactical systems into the Navy Shore Datacenter. Collaborate with engineering teams and Mission Owners to ensure seamless onboarding and complian...

Virginia, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading IT systems integration for a Navy Shore Datacenter. Collaborate with mission owners and engineering teams to streamline onboarding and ensure seamless transitions while...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $127K *

Transform software solutions by developing, analyzing, and optimizing applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and deliver innovative technology for diverse industries in...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $275K *

Champion partner engagement and drive revenue growth by managing established channel relationships. Leverage your expertise in Telecommunications and Unified Communications to enhance partner success...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$145K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading business development efforts within the Air Force, focusing on Enterprise Cloud, Nuke & NC3, or AOCs/C2. Drive contract execution, build relationships, and manage a growing...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Drive business growth by leading full-lifecycle opportunities within the Space Force, building relationships, shaping solutions, and ensuring contract execution while managing a diverse portfolio and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$62K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful projects by managing small complexity initiatives, ensuring milestones are met, and fostering collaboration across business and IT stakeholders fo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform project delivery by leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution of Public Safety product implementations, enhancing client satisfaction and operational efficiency through exper...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $140K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team to design and implement innovative cloud solutions in a multi-cloud environment, ensuring scalability, security, and alignment with business objectives wh...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K *

Join a team that's redefining implementation excellence. As a Field Implementation Specialist, you'll execute rollouts, build trust, and enhance departmental engagement, all while traveling extensivel...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing PLC/HMI control systems for diverse manufacturing processes. Collaborate with clients and lead projects while mentoring junior engineers to deliver innov...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.