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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$70K - $107K *

Engage with clients to identify needs and design comprehensive project scopes. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless delivery of services, leveraging your expertise in insurance and professional...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $149K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of healthcare operations, leading teams to enhance patient access and operational efficiency. Drive initiatives in a dynamic environment, fostering collaboration a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $124K *

Unlock potential by managing complex projects, ensuring timely completion, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration. Lead teams, mitigate risks, and drive process improvements while maintaining...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $123K *

Manage the configuration and maintenance of LIMS, optimizing workflows while ensuring compliance with regulatory and data integrity standards for QC laboratory operations. Collaborate cross-functional...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by overseeing field activities, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence. Collaborate with management and stakeholders to foster strong relationships and maintain effecti...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to enhance the Epic Resolute Hospital Billing application, ensuring project milestones are met while driving process improvements and delivering exceptional service to inte...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by overseeing IT asset lifecycle management, procurement, and inventory control. Drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced healthcare environment while ensuring data integrity and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Explore a key role in our team as you manage and optimize software deployments, ensuring seamless integration and functionality of critical financial applications for our clients while collaborating w...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Deployment Engineer, responsible for executing software deployments, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with diverse teams for optimal performance in a fast-paced...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$177K - $197K *

Join a team that's transforming global Order-to-Cash operations through AI-driven strategies. Lead a diverse team to optimize financial processes, enhance cash flow, and drive digital transformation a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $150K *

Optimize customer experience systems by driving Gainsight administration, strategy, and cross-functional collaboration. This role enhances operational efficiency and data-driven insights for Customer...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $138K *

Lead the charge in optimizing platform performance and automation. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure high availability and service quality while managing complex platform change...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of regulatory policies to combat financial crime. Collaborate with legal teams to ensure compliance, analyze regulations, and enhance the effectiveness of the U.S. financial s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$76K - $103K *

Empower scientific discovery by ensuring resilient network infrastructure. As a key contributor, you'll support LAN/WAN services, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with IT professionals to maintain...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Champion the evolution of a hybrid IT infrastructure, leading major modernization projects while ensuring optimal performance and security across on-premises and cloud environments. Collaborate with a...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to the administration and enhancement of enterprise messaging platforms, ensuring secure and reliable communication solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support critical bu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate with a dynamic team to administer and optimize Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle databases, ensuring robust performance and security while supporting cloud modernization efforts for a federa...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing database environments and supporting cloud modernization efforts. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle to enhance performance and ensur...

Washington, DCRemote

5 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving operational excellence in construction and startup phases of major industrial projects, ensuring readiness and reliability through effective inspections and issue resolutio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$102K - $209K *

Optimize data center operations by leading teams, managing expansions, and enhancing performance. Drive cross-functional collaboration, resolve technical issues, and implement best practices to ensure...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in implementing a statewide Health Information Exchange, driving provider engagement and program performance while fostering relationships with healthcare stakeholders to enhance data...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $131K *

Join a team that's passionate about technology and innovation. As a Systems Administrator, you'll support secure environments, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive process improvements while leve...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise work management by leading Adobe Workfront strategies, optimizing workflows, and driving automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise work management solutions as a Senior Adobe Workfront Administrator. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize workflows, ensuring operational eff...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $147K *

Inspire optimal server performance by mentoring teams and managing diverse IT operations. Oversee Linux and Windows systems, ensure reliable service delivery, and drive innovative DevOps practices in...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

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.