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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$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing and optimizing Oracle WebLogic environments. Drive automation, enhance security, and ensure compliance while supporting enterprise middleware solutions for operational...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Deliver advanced technical support for desktop, server, and cloud environments, ensuring optimal performance and security. Mentor junior staff while resolving complex issues and enhancing client satis...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing IT infrastructure and support. As a Systems Administrator, you'll enhance client environments through advanced technical solutions, mentoring, and exceptiona...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career as a Systems Administrator, providing expert support across desktop, server, and cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to resolve complex issues, mentor junior staff, and enha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $192K *

Lead the charge in developing and enhancing IAM solutions, focusing on Oracle Identity Management systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement efficient identity management pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive project management and database administration for complex task orders, ensuring timely execution and operational integrity while collaborating with stakeholders to meet mission-critical objecti...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by overseeing high-performance Microsoft SQL Server environments. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance database security, efficiency, and modernization while ensuring compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Optimize database performance and security by managing Microsoft SQL Server environments. Collaborate with IT teams to implement modern technologies and ensure compliance, while providing high availab...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing and optimizing our hybrid cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security, compliance, and seamless operations while providing top-notch support to i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Optimize database performance and security as a Senior Oracle DBA, ensuring mission-critical continuity and preparing for cloud migration in a secure federal environment. Collaborate with engineering...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive improvements in CAD/PLM processes by managing cross-departmental change control, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency through data analysis and project management...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join us to ensure the seamless operation of critical student information systems. You'll design, implement, and maintain enterprise architecture while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance syste...

3 days ago

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

$104K - $155K *

Transform middleware administration for critical banking platforms, ensuring production stability and compliance. Collaborate with teams to deliver enterprise projects, enhance infrastructure, and pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $155K *

Unlock potential by delivering middleware solutions for critical banking platforms. Collaborate with teams to ensure production stability, implement enterprise projects, and provide expert support in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $155K *

Reimagine middleware administration for critical banking platforms, ensuring production stability and compliance. Collaborate with teams to deliver enterprise projects, enhance infrastructure, and pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $155K *

Join us in shaping the future of middleware solutions, ensuring stability and compliance across critical banking platforms while driving innovation and efficiency in deployment and support processes...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $263K *

Manage and maintain Oracle databases, leveraging expertise in Unix scripting and PL/SQL. Engage in data migration, interface development, and automated task management while collaborating within a dyn...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $181K *

Oversee the lifecycle and security of critical IT infrastructure, combining Windows systems administration with hardware engineering. Collaborate in a dynamic team to ensure high availability and comp...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize enterprise applications and integrations, ensuring security and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and manage cloud environments, vendor relationships...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading enterprise systems architecture and strategy. As a senior technical expert, you'll provide advanced support, manage complex projects, and collaborate with federal stakeh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining critical IT systems and aviation administration. Leverage your extensive experience to support network infrastructure and ensure compliance with security re...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $111K *

Champion enterprise applications by providing expert support and management. Collaborate with teams to enhance IT services, ensuring optimal performance and security across platforms while driving inn...

Brockville, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage and enhance Atlassian applications, ensuring reliability and security while supporting users and driving migration to the cloud. Collaborate with teams to optimize workflows and automate proces...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Elevate enterprise-level IT operations by providing Tier 3 systems administration, security, and support for on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring compliance and optimal performance across mult...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform IT operations by managing infrastructure, providing support, and enhancing system reliability. Engage in troubleshooting, problem resolution, and improving system performance for effective d...

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  •   11 - 15 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.