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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$85K - $100K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a dedicated team in a dynamic outpatient clinic. Drive patient care improvements while managing clinic performance, finances, and compliance in a supportive...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $194K *

Lead the charge in optimizing network infrastructure and support services, ensuring seamless connectivity and operational integrity. Collaborate with an agile team to tackle complex IT challenges and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team through a major transformation in enterprise communications and edge networking, leveraging expertise in Unified Communications and mentorship to elevate ope...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead and empower cross-functional teams to optimize application support and enhance healthcare operations. Drive high-quality outcomes through expert analysis, project management, and effective commun...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Optimize data-driven strategies to enhance customer engagement and retention. Collaborate with operations to implement scalable solutions in a dynamic startup environment, making a significant impact...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $225K *

Lead the charge in mentoring a high-performing software development team, driving technical vision and process improvements while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering collaborati...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $170K *

Unlock the potential of Oracle EPM as you enhance and maintain our cloud ecosystem. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver solutions, manage applications, and support evolving business needs in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $110K *

Optimize network performance by administering and troubleshooting CENTRIXS Networks. Provide Tier II support, manage infrastructure, and ensure connectivity across multiple sites while maintaining sec...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by managing and optimizing enterprise systems, ensuring robust security and performance across Windows Server and cloud environments while collaborating with diverse teams to sup...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing missile defense systems by administering and maintaining Windows Server environments, supporting cloud applications, and ensuring cybersecurity compliance in...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$154K - $231K *

Drive the efficiency of engineering workflows by supporting Siemens NX and Teamcenter. Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot issues, manage configurations, and enhance design processes, ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by coordinating the installation and support of CAE applications in a Microsoft Azure environment, ensuring seamless integration and operational efficiency for engineering teams...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Manage client relationships and drive revenue growth through strategic account planning, contract renewals, and performance analysis. Collaborate with teams to ensure client satisfaction and successfu...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $98K *

Lead the charge in managing enterprise network resources across campuses, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability. Oversee network administration, systems engineering, and cybersecurit...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive the delivery and maintenance of Interactive Response Technology (IRT) systems, ensuring successful client interactions and project outcomes through effective oversight, training, and support man...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$143K - $236K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional IT infrastructure services, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence while driving account growth and strategic leadership across service deliv...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $236K *

Drive strategic client relationships and operational excellence as you lead service delivery, ensuring compliance, financial performance, and client satisfaction while identifying growth opportunities...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a mission-driven team to support critical Command and Control operations, ensuring secure communications and network administration across classified and unclassified environments for military an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform network operations by managing VMware and SDDC environments, ensuring the integrity and security of critical infrastructures. Lead a team to optimize performance and address complex challeng...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join us to maintain and enhance our timekeeping system, ensuring compliance and accuracy while collaborating with HR, Payroll, and IT. This role is vital for operational efficiency and supports effect...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving database excellence and modernization initiatives. Lead the administration of enterprise data platforms, ensuring security, compliance, and operational efficiency while ment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading database administration for a global P&C insurance organization. Oversee on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring security, performance, and compliance while driving...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $236K *

Drive strategic leadership in IT service delivery, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence while managing financial performance and growth opportunities across accounts...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of endpoint management by overseeing timely delivery of equipment, ensuring operational stability, and enhancing user satisfaction through effective personnel management and technical...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by managing configuration for complex systems, ensuring compliance and quality throughout the lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to develop and implement effective CM policies and...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 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.