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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$115K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance enterprise IT delivery and risk management through innovative ServiceNow solutions, driving process improvements and automation for federal clients while leveraging the...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Oversee and enhance the internal IT infrastructure, ensuring reliable support for user accounts, network services, and security. Collaborate with teams to streamline onboarding, offboarding, and IT in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by contributing to cutting-edge HPC systems, focusing on Linux environments and advanced networking. Collaborate with a dynamic team to troubleshoot and optimize high-performance c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower teams by providing comprehensive IT support in a dynamic RDT&E environment. Manage systems, troubleshoot issues, and ensure security compliance while collaborating across departments to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $93K *

Join a dynamic team as you support configuration and data management processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy in documentation. Collaborate across functions to enhance operational efficiency in a h...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $231K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing Oracle databases for mission-critical medical readiness systems. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure security, performance, and reliability in a...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $120K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic IT Services team as a ServiceNow System Administrator. Collaborate with stakeholders to design and enhance enterprise solutions, ensuring optimal performance...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform the infrastructure landscape by managing and securing data center operations, hybrid cloud environments, and Microsoft services. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal performance and reli...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $214K *

Transform your career by managing user systems in diverse environments. Oversee server setup, maintenance, and security while ensuring operational integrity. Collaborate on testing and troubleshooting...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and support SQL-based ETL processes, ensuring data quality and integration performance across business applications. Collaborate with technical teams to enhance data exc...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of IT infrastructure management in a DoD environment, ensuring robust, secure, and high-performing systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system functionality and m...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by managing Windows Server environments, providing technical oversight, and mentoring junior staff. Drive system efficiency through documentation and best practices while ensuring com...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing system performance and security. You'll manage Windows Server environments, mentor junior staff, and implement best practices while ensuring compliance with D...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and enhancing Windows Server environments, providing expert system administration and security engineering while mentoring junior staff and improving operation...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize your career by managing secure computing environments, ensuring system availability and performance while collaborating with diverse teams to support mission-critical applications and maintai...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of enterprise applications, managing their lifecycle, integrations, and performance to ensure alignment with business needs across various departments, while providing technical support...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$165K - $175K *

Drive the maintenance and support of IT systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Collaborate with users to resolve issues and manage system configurations across various platforms, enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $175K *

Lead the charge in managing IT systems, providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 support, and optimizing operations. Collaborate with users to troubleshoot issues and enhance system performance across diverse plat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $188K *

Lead the charge in migrating and supporting database architecture, ensuring seamless data transfer and robust backup strategies while collaborating with project teams to enhance operational efficiency...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Manage and optimize the ManageEngine ITSM environment, driving automation and enhancing service delivery. Collaborate across teams to improve ITIL processes and ensure platform stability, security, an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $175K *

Champion your expertise in Azure as you lead technical solutions, manage customer relationships, and ensure system health for critical operations within a dynamic intelligence community environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by managing and supporting technology infrastructure systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability while collaborating with a dynamic technical team to drive innovation and en...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Inspire innovation by collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance user experience through robust IT infrastructure management and support, driving operational excellence in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $189K *

Manage and optimize SAP S/4HANA landscapes, ensuring stability and performance. Collaborate across teams to lead lifecycle initiatives, including upgrades and cloud transitions, while supporting a res...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $189K *

Optimize SAP environments by administering S/4HANA systems, ensuring stability and performance. Collaborate across teams to lead upgrades and cloud transitions, enhancing enterprise resilience and sup...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.