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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$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of system reliability by managing Linux environments, virtualization, and network infrastructure. Collaborate on vulnerability remediation and documentation to ensure optimal performanc...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Grow your career with a lead-level role in systems administration, providing expert support for enterprise servers and infrastructure. Drive modernization projects, enhance security, and mentor teams...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the reliability and security of operational technology systems. This entry-level role involves monitoring, maintenance, and support tasks, providing a solid fo...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $108K *

Manage day-to-day NetSuite administration, enhancing system efficiency and user support. Collaborate with teams to customize solutions, create reports, and document processes, ensuring alignment with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in enterprise patch management and vulnerability remediation, ensuring security and compliance across all managed systems. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance operational integrity an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity for critical intelligence systems. You'll manage updates, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure compliance, all while collaborating with exper...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform executive support and drive seamless technical operations for high-stakes meetings and local IT environments. Leverage your expertise to optimize technologies and enhance user experiences fo...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $270K *

Lead the management and optimization of IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance while collaborating with development teams to enhance deployment strategies and automate processes...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $270K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and optimizing IT infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security while collaborating with development teams to enhance deployment strategies and autom...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise-level systems and networks, ensuring stability and performance across multiple locations while enhancing user experience through effective training and automat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of IT operations by ensuring system reliability and security. Lead incident response, automate processes, and mentor teammates while managing compliance for a diverse range of devices...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing IT systems and enhancing performance across enterprise environments. You'll tackle advanced troubleshooting and system monitoring, ensuring reliable operatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare operations by optimizing Salesforce applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows, automate processes, and ensure data security, d...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $120K *

Drive the success of a global team by managing complex IT infrastructures, ensuring secure and efficient operations across diverse environments, and enhancing system performance through automation and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $115K *

Optimize virtual desktop environments by administering and supporting Horizon VDI systems. Leverage extensive experience in VMware and application packaging to enhance performance and user experience...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support mission-critical systems by administering and optimizing Linux infrastructure, implementing automation, and ensuring security compliance in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to tro...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Deliver comprehensive storage support across multiple sites, enhancing performance and reliability in a high-performance, multi-vendor environment. Troubleshoot issues, conduct capacity planning, and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by providing expert storage support across diverse sites, enhancing performance in a multi-vendor environment. Troubleshoot, optimize, and ensure reliability in high-performance st...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$61K - $122K *

Contribute to operational excellence by supporting dashboard development, data collection, and reporting for IT operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate metrics and insights, enhancing de...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing and optimizing infrastructure and cloud services for a diverse user base. Collaborate with IT leadership to implement secure, scalable solutions while ensuring reliable...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and enhancing IT infrastructure, providing systems support, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic enterprise environment. Collaborate on cloud solutions and optimize serv...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of mission-critical IT operations by providing expert systems administration and support for enterprise and tactical environments, ensuring seamless functionality and operational read...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in enterprise systems architecture and infrastructure modernization. Drive automation, optimize security, and implement zero-trust principles across complex environments while ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $135K *

Innovate robust infrastructure solutions by leading enterprise systems architecture, automation, and zero-trust security implementation across complex environments. Drive strategic initiatives for ope...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and securing our IT platforms, ensuring seamless integration across departments. This hands-on role requires expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure, and various business appli...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.