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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$111K - $166K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of database technology leadership, overseeing a dynamic team to ensure optimal database performance, security, and innovation across enterprise platforms—shaping t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate with us to enhance database systems, driving innovation and efficiency in intelligence applications. Lead design, development, and optimization efforts while ensuring robust data managemen...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Elevate database management by developing, testing, and maintaining systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement design changes, ensuring optimal functi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Empower database innovation by designing, developing, and implementing robust database solutions. Collaborate on complex systems to enhance data flow, storage, and retrieval while ensuring optimal per...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize and support database platforms, focusing on MySQL and SQL Server migrations to AWS. Lead performance tuning, replication, and maintenance while collaborating with developers to enhance databa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $175K *

Empower aviation maintenance systems by leading a skilled DBA team. Oversee Oracle and Sybase databases, enhance data operations on AWS, and ensure compliance in a dynamic DoD environment while drivin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by developing innovative applications and managing databases. Collaborate with teams to enhance technology solutions, optimize performance, and drive impactful results in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Innovate by developing and managing business applications and databases, enhancing performance and scalability while collaborating with teams to deliver impactful technology solutions in a dynamic env...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $170K *

Join a team that's tackling big data challenges by managing MySQL and Postgres databases. You'll optimize performance, enhance security, and scale systems effectively while enjoying a flexible work en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $154K *

Lead the growth and maturity of database processes, supporting Microsoft SQL Server and MariaDB in diverse environments. Collaborate with a dedicated team to automate solutions and troubleshoot issues...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion database engineering excellence by supporting complex systems for the Intelligence Community. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Database Engineer, supporting complex systems for the Intelligence Community. Collaborate in an Agile environment to enhance database architecture, design, and performance w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Drive database engineering excellence by supporting complex systems for the Intelligence Community. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining database engineering for complex systems. You'll provide critical support to the Intelligence Community, ensuring high performance, security, and innovative solutions in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$107K - $195K *

Transform mission-critical applications by designing and implementing robust Oracle database solutions. Leverage your expertise to optimize performance, ensure security, and maintain high availability...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $185K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing national security through innovative database design and management. An impactful role involving system architecture development, data analysis, and support f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Lead the development and management of critical databases to support Army security initiatives, ensuring effective tracking and reporting of technology protection efforts while collaborating with mili...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to manage and enhance SQL Server platforms, ensuring optimal performance and reliability through maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting. This role offers the chance to deepen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing and optimizing enterprise Oracle database environments, ensuring high availability, security, and performance through expert administration and support of various Oracle v...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the reliability and performance of enterprise Oracle databases by supporting administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting for optimal functioning. Collaborate across teams to enhance data...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the evolution of our database infrastructure by architecting robust systems, optimizing performance, and managing daily operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless integration and mento...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $125K *

Drive database availability and security while collaborating across departments to enhance performance. Implement business plans and troubleshoot issues to ensure organizational objectives are met, co...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation by designing and implementing a cutting-edge Azure data lakehouse platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable data solutions that enhance business analytics...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining secure Oracle databases in the cloud. You'll manage configurations, troubleshoot issues, and support migrations while collaborating with developers and engi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Develop and oversee helpdesk support for Navy systems, ensuring seamless integration and installation of Strike Planning and Execution Systems. Collaborate with military personnel and contractors to e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.