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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$116K - $155K *

Unlock new sales strategies by identifying Large Enterprise opportunities and fostering strong customer relationships. Drive revenue growth, implement tactical plans, and forecast accurately to exceed...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Agile transformation, managing complex projects and providing strategic guidance to enhance program effectiveness and stakeholder engagement across diverse team...

Reston, VARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $145K *

Contribute to the development of a cloud storage solution, designing and delivering features for a medical imaging platform. Collaborate within an Agile team, taking ownership of the development lifec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $141K *

Lead customer success initiatives by partnering with top clients to enhance their operations using IoT solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to design customized success plans and strategies that...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $310K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing innovative sales compensation programs that align with business goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, drive performance, an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$221K - $260K *

Lead the execution of multi-facility clean energy campuses, overseeing complex solar, wind, and battery projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure operational excellence and strategic alignmen...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative products by translating customer needs into actionable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and deliver high-quality outcomes in a dyn...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $115K *

Optimize medical device utilization in health systems by leveraging expertise in cardiovascular, interventional radiology, and general surgery. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive cost reduction an...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion the seamless execution of complex AI and Cloud projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Leverage your project management skills to coordinate multiple initiatives in a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower the sales force by driving AML solution strategies, analyzing market trends, and enabling value-based selling. Collaborate with internal teams to advance competitive approaches, ensuring succe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engage with clients to design and implement tailored Manhattan WMS solutions, ensuring optimal performance and support throughout the project lifecycle. Leverage your expertise to transform supply cha...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $177K *

Lead the charge in managing a complex multinational SATCOM program, ensuring successful execution and integration while collaborating with stakeholders to meet technical, cost, and performance objecti...

Herndon, VARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a team of Project Managers to deliver large-scale data center fit-out projects, ensuring compliance with standards while enhancing customer experience and foste...

Dallas, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $250K *

Drive the product roadmap for Unify Release Orchestration, enhancing developer experience while coordinating releases across multiple services, engaging customers, and leading initiatives for AI-nativ...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading a diverse team of technical professionals to ensure timely project delivery and operational excellence. Drive collaboration, manage risks, and enhance project management pr...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $152K *

Champion program excellence by leading complex federal initiatives, managing multidisciplinary teams, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to ensure successful delivery and client satisfacti...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $145K *

Advance supply chain efficiency by optimizing operations, collaborating cross-functionally, and implementing innovative solutions. Engage with stakeholders to analyze performance metrics and support k...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $196K *

Lead complex SOX compliance initiatives and IT control implementations, managing cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory adherence and effective risk management across enterprise technology enviro...

Plano, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise architecture to enhance logistics and installation management. Leverage your expertise to drive compliance and modernization initiatives while collaborating wi...

Arlington, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic QA team to enhance Calypso's functionality by translating business requirements into comprehensive test cases for the Front Office. Your expertise will ensure robust test execution and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$52K - $179K *

Champion growth by managing distribution partners, driving enablement, and crafting strategies that elevate performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful results and foster strong r...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform infrastructure by designing and building scalable GPU systems for AI cloud platforms, focusing on virtualization, Kubernetes, and automation to enhance performance and reliability across mul...

Bellevue, WARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$114K - $252K *

Drive the design and integration of Oracle Cloud solutions for federal HCM modernization, transforming technical strategies into robust architectures while overseeing development teams to ensure succe...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic IT team as a Sr Infrastructure Solutions Engineer, where you'll leverage your expertise in server and storage hardware to optimize compute and storage configurations, ensuring robust su...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform client relationships by serving as the primary IT liaison, ensuring effective communication, project management, and successful technology solutions delivery. Collaborate with cross-function...

Louisville, KYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.