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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$110K - $130K *

Explore the future of business applications by architecting scalable ERP, CRM, and manufacturing systems. Lead AI integration and define target architecture to enhance operational efficiency and suppo...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career as a technical leader in enterprise system administration, tackling complex challenges in identity, messaging, and cloud access while mentoring a team and enhancing operational sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $90K *

Lead data-driven insights to enhance business performance, collaborating across teams to support strategic initiatives. Utilize technical skills in SQL, Python, and data visualization to drive impactf...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $104K *

Unlock potential by supporting and enhancing our enterprise data platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data reliability, troubleshoot issues, and onboard new sources, driving con...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $114K *

Drive data management excellence by overseeing records, configuration, and database systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and optimize processes while supporting cybersecurity initiativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $120K *

Unlock business growth by leading data-driven initiatives, maintaining data flow, and building scalable models. Collaborate across teams to inform decisions and drive insights in a dynamic environment...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee and enhance Windows server environments, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate on system integrations and improvements while maintaining operational exc...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $95K *

Optimize Salesforce performance by managing configurations, collaborating with stakeholders, and implementing solutions that enhance usability and data integrity, ensuring alignment with organizationa...

6 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focusing on Workday ERP and student systems. Manage security, integrate solutions, and enhance processes using AI. Collaborate with teams to support and troublesho...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a DevOps Engineer focused on enhancing AI security for enterprises. Leverage cutting-edge AWS technologies to build resilient infrastructure while collaborating with engineering...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer the management and optimization of enterprise-scale Azure Databricks environments, ensuring secure operations, governance, and seamless integration with cloud services while collaborating with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Optimize enterprise Infoblox DDI services, ensuring secure and scalable infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance network performance and support DODNet modernization initiati...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to lead the design and development of enterprise applications, ensuring alignment with business needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions while men...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $101K *

Champion strategic financial modeling and market analysis to drive autonomous mobility initiatives, supporting large-scale deployments and investment decisions while collaborating across teams in a dy...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $192K *

Engineer trusted, reusable data products by transforming architectural designs and business requirements into production-grade solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Elevate IT operations by ensuring secure, efficient systems and networks. Collaborate with teams to support cybersecurity, resolve incidents, and enhance documentation, driving continuous improvement...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting national security operations through effective IT systems management. This role involves hands-on administration of Linux and Windows systems, ensuring optim...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Optimize database performance and security for Microsoft SQL Server environments. Collaborate with development teams to troubleshoot and enhance operational processes on-premise and Azure platforms, e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $170K *

Engage in advanced support and maintenance for global Unified Communications systems, including VoIP, VTC, and collaboration tools. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance customer experiences and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Operations Engineer, designing and maintaining real-time data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and reliability, supporting miss...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Drive your career forward by managing and optimizing network infrastructure, ensuring performance and security. Collaborate with leadership and vendors to enhance systems, support staff, and maintain...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by providing technical support for a large SQL database, translating business needs into reliable solutions while ensuring database performance and security for critical research o...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Engage in the design and evaluation of advanced low voltage technology systems, ensuring effective integration of communication and medical technology infrastructures while preparing essential constru...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$67K - $136K *

Drive innovation by optimizing cloud infrastructure and delivery automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable platforms for financial services clients, ensuring se...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Explore the intersection of business and technology as you drive software development projects, facilitate Agile processes, and support organizational change. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactf...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.