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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$90K - $110K *

Optimize IT infrastructure solutions by collaborating with teams to resolve incidents, assess maturity, and enhance performance through strategic deployments and security measures, ensuring seamless i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of IT infrastructure management, collaborating with teams to resolve complex incidents, optimize performance, and enhance security measures while driving efficienc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a frontline operational resource, ensuring smooth PLM administration and user support. Leverage your Teamcenter and xCAD expertise to enhance system performance and drive user s...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $130K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions as a hands-on PLM/CM Administrator. Support the configuration and enhancement of Teamcenter, streamline processes, and foster collaboration within a dynamic e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing and optimizing our Microsoft 365 environment, ensuring seamless communication and support for Teams, Exchange Online, and hybrid infrastructure while resolving escalate...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $155K *

Execute critical systems administration tasks to maintain and support enterprise Microsoft Windows Server environments, ensuring reliability, security, and compliance with organizational standards whi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Shape the future of Identity and Access Management by leading daily operations, coordinating workflows, and enhancing security protocols. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement strategies and impr...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence in mission-critical environments. Lead site infrastructure initiatives, ensuring seamless technical support and compliance while mentoring teams and m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $195K *

Empower enterprise clients by managing strategic relationships, driving revenue growth, and aligning solutions with business objectives. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional outcomes and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $143K *

Unlock potential by ensuring enterprise data integrity and governance. Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain data quality, meet compliance standards, and implement master data solutions that drive...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $143K *

Champion data integrity by ensuring accuracy and governance, enabling impactful business analytics solutions and driving consistent data quality across the organization through mastery of data process...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Support mission-critical Oracle platforms by administering Oracle Linux and Exadata environments, ensuring optimal performance for federal national-security applications while collaborating with cross...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $160K *

Lead data architecture and database operations, ensuring high-performing data services that support contract writing, reporting, and enterprise data quality through effective data models and structure...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $102K *

Transform ERP solutions by customizing modules, integrating features, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and enhance system performance while maintaining doc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Develop and maintain secure IT systems while providing technical support. Manage user access, cybersecurity practices, and infrastructure upgrades to ensure efficient operations and compliance with se...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $205K *

Deliver senior technical leadership in system administration for government IT systems, ensuring operational excellence and compliance while mentoring junior staff and optimizing training environments...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $120K *

Support and maintain a robust network infrastructure, ensuring stability and security across a dispersed environment. Collaborate with teams to implement upgrades and troubleshoot connectivity issues...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $150K *

Take ownership of advanced desktop and endpoint support, serving as the senior technical resource for the Service Desk. Collaborate with teams to resolve complex issues, enhance service delivery, and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering critical technical support for MDA's contracting operations. Bridge technology and procurement, ensuring compliance and efficiency while training users on advanced system...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing Command Center technical administration and reporting. Drive operational efficiency, manage teams, and enhance data quality to meet corporate objecti...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join us to maintain and enhance the SharePoint portal, ensuring seamless operations and user support. Collaborate on workflow automation and content management while providing critical Tier II trouble...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying custom applications on the Microsoft Power Platform, enhancing client solutions through innovative workflows, data integration, and intelligent automation a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$192K - $288K *

Lead the charge in transforming admin workflows by architecting and deploying advanced ML systems. Collaborate across teams to optimize AI-driven solutions, ensuring high availability and performance...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform security operations by deploying and managing network and endpoint solutions in hybrid environments. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance, troubleshoot issues, and maintain h...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining secure and efficient IT infrastructure. You'll support technology operations, troubleshoot systems, and enhance service delivery while collaborating with in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.