Explore Database Administrator Jobs

Database administrators (DBAs) help organizations keep critical data systems secure, available, and performing well. Browse vetted Database Administrator opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Whether your expertise is in cloud platforms, enterprise databases, or data infrastructure, find positions that match your experience and career goals.

What Database Administrators Do

DBAs design, configure, monitor, and maintain database environments. Common responsibilities include managing access controls, protecting data, planning backups and recovery, optimizing queries, troubleshooting performance issues, and supporting database migrations. Many roles also partner with application, security, analytics, and infrastructure teams to ensure data is reliable and accessible.

Common Database Administrator Job Titles

Relevant roles may include Senior Database Administrator, SQL Server DBA, Oracle Database Administrator, PostgreSQL DBA, Cloud Database Administrator, Database Engineer, and Database Manager. Titles and responsibilities vary by employer, technology stack, and the scale of the systems being supported.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often look for hands-on experience with database platforms such as Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL, along with strong SQL, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security skills. Familiarity with cloud services, automation, scripting, high availability, disaster recovery, and compliance can also be valuable. Requirements depend on the position and organization.

Find Your Next DBA Opportunity

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional Database Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for salary, responsibilities, required technologies, and location or remote-work details, then focus your search on roles that align with your strengths and ambitions.

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$80K - $95K *

Champion the optimization and administration of Workday HRIS, ensuring a seamless user experience while supporting HR teams with data-driven insights and system enhancements across key HR modules...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by becoming a key player in optimizing HR technology. As a Workday System Administrator, you'll enhance employee experiences and empower HR teams with data-driven solutions, ensuri...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing HR technology experiences. As a Workday System Administrator, you'll optimize HRIS systems, support users, and drive continuous improvement across key HR modu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing and optimizing infrastructure and cloud services for a diverse user base. Collaborate with IT leadership to implement secure, scalable solutions while ensuring reliable...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform facilities management through expert analysis and support of Maximo applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance system performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive improvements in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by collaborating with cross-functional teams to analyze, design, and implement system solutions. Drive project success through effective communication and sup...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Elevate database performance by managing PostgreSQL on AWS RDS, executing migrations, and optimizing operations. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure seamless application modernization and mai...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing enterprise database platforms across diverse environments. You'll tackle complex challenges, ensuring performance and reliability while collaborating with cr...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $136K *

Drive database excellence by leading complex administration, ensuring data integrity, and optimizing performance. Collaborate across IT to implement innovative solutions and provide expert guidance on...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $133K *

Innovate your technical expertise by delivering SQL Server Database solutions while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance business processes and software capabilities in an agile, team-oriented...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity for critical intelligence systems. You'll manage updates, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure compliance, all while collaborating with exper...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $158K *

Engage as a key Oracle Application DBA supporting a high-profile multi-agency program. Leverage your experience in Oracle E-Business Suite management to ensure optimal performance and uptime, while en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $205K *

Drive the development and maintenance of scalable Oracle database solutions, optimizing ETL processes and supporting data integrity across cloud environments to enable data-driven insights across the...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer enterprise data architecture and analytics initiatives. Define strategies, develop scalable solutions, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data governance while driving innovation in...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovation by leading the PeopleSoft DBA team to enhance system performance, oversee architecture, and ensure robust database management. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement solutions...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to a dynamic IT environment by managing endpoint systems, enhancing collaboration tools, and providing technical support. Own the administration of macOS and Windows devices while improving...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $242K *

Drive operational excellence by managing high-performance computing systems, enhancing infrastructure, and collaborating with teams to ensure seamless IT operations and support for evolving mission re...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $242K *

Unlock your potential by supporting high-performance computing systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure, streamline processes, and ensure secure operations in a dynamic datacenter env...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $120K *

Empower enterprise operations by managing and supporting server infrastructure, enhancing reliability through hands-on expertise, project coordination, and strategic recommendations to optimize IT and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $98K *

Manage and support enterprise network infrastructure, ensuring security, performance, and availability across data centers and cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to optimize connectivity and t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing cloud-based data platforms, ensuring scalability and performance across relational, NoSQL, and vector databases while collaborating with AI and engineering...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $108K *

Reimagine database management by providing technical support and administration for SQL Server databases. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and ensure data integrity while deliverin...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $108K *

Reimagine database management by providing technical support and administration for SQL Server databases. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and ensure data integrity while deliverin...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Champion the optimization and support of iManage Cloud applications, ensuring seamless integration and updating processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Optimize Oracle Cloud HCM module strategies by partnering with HR leaders to align system capabilities with business needs, driving enhancements, and mentoring junior consultants to ensure effective i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Database Administrator do?question toggle

    A Database Administrator manages and maintains database systems, helping ensure data is secure, available, recoverable, and performant. Duties may include access management, backups, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Database Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek database platform experience, SQL skills, and knowledge of database security, backup and recovery, and performance tuning. Some roles also value cloud, scripting, automation, and high-availability experience.

  • Which technologies should Database Administrators know?question toggle

    Common technologies include SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MySQL. Depending on the role, employers may also seek experience with cloud database services, scripting tools, monitoring platforms, and infrastructure automation.

  • Are Database Administrator jobs available that pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including Database Administrator roles. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, specialization, and employer.

  • What is the difference between a Database Administrator and a Database Engineer?question toggle

    The responsibilities can overlap. Database Administrators often focus on operating, securing, and optimizing database environments, while Database Engineers may emphasize designing and building data infrastructure and database solutions. Exact duties depend on the employer.