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.

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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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing and deploying robust database systems for military IT, ensuring optimal performance and security while supporting critical operations across air, space, and cyberspace dom...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $161K *

Transform your career by leading the design and implementation of Veeva Vault RIM, ensuring optimal performance and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experienc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing and optimizing enterprise IT infrastructure, focusing on network and systems administration, cloud technologies, and providing Tier 2 support while collaborating on str...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Oversee daily civil field operations, ensuring safe and efficient execution of infrastructure projects. Coordinate crews, materials, and inspections while maintaining quality and safety standards. Col...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enterprise information management for major capital programs, ensuring effective governance, quality, and turnover readiness throughout the project lifecycle while collaborating wit...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and maintaining Oracle databases across on-prem and cloud environments, ensuring peak performance, availability, and security while mentoring junior staff and managing cr...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Optimize financial operations by managing accounting functions, guiding budgets, and providing insights to achieve operational excellence while partnering with leadership in a dynamic educational envi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing multi-disciplinary engineering capital projects from planning to closeout in a refining and petrochemical environment, ensuring effective execution and stakeholder engageme...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$113K - $165K *

Pioneer impactful aerospace programs as a Program Manager II, leading cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution from inception to delivery while managing cost, schedule, and quality in a d...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $165K *

Manage medium to high complexity programs in aerospace and defense, ensuring disciplined execution across cost, schedule, quality, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and serve as...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence in a dynamic environment. Lead financial management, oversee educational programs, and foster partnerships to enhance resear...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading ERP system enhancements, optimizing processes, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive efficiency. Serve as a subject-matter expert, ensuring system performance and su...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower client relationships by managing a diverse portfolio, delivering exceptional service, and driving business growth through innovative solutions and effective teamwork. Lead with confidence and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $135K *

Drive project success by leading the sustainment of NSIPS, collaborating with Navy stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with DoD standards while managing schedules, budgets, and risks for effective p...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K *

Optimize maintenance operations by leading the administration and configuration of the CMMS. Ensure data integrity, manage workflows, and generate reports to enhance decision-making and asset manageme...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$106K - $163K *

Join a team that drives Salesforce solutions, optimizing user experience, data integrity, and system reliability through effective administration and collaboration with stakeholders, all while support...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Oversee the administration and support of critical production systems, ensuring high availability and security. Collaborate with technical teams to resolve issues and maintain operational continuity i...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing healthcare applications, enhancing user experiences, and driving operational efficiency through expert analysis, support, and collaboration with stakeholders...

2 weeks ago

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

$127K - $208K *

Elevate data governance by leading access provisioning operations and technology management. Drive secure, compliant access through RBAC frameworks while fostering team growth and collaboration in a d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Oversee enterprise-wide data access provisioning and governance technology management, ensuring secure, compliant access through RBAC frameworks. Lead technical teams to enhance operational efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Lead enterprise-wide data access provisioning and governance operations, ensuring secure, compliant access through RBAC frameworks. Collaborate with technical teams to optimize governance technologies...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Drive enterprise-wide data access provisioning and governance technology management, ensuring secure, compliant access through RBAC frameworks. Lead technical teams in a collaborative environment, enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Join a team that's driving data governance excellence by managing enterprise-wide access provisioning operations, ensuring secure and compliant access through advanced RBAC frameworks and cloud data p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $208K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing data governance and access provisioning. Drive secure, compliant access through RBAC frameworks while managing technical teams and enhancing operatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $128K *

Unlock potential by leading security operations across multiple facilities. Provide expert guidance on security policies, manage personnel security actions, and ensure compliance with government regul...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.