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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$94K - $138K *

Champion the delivery of secure, client-centered application services, leading a team to enhance enterprise systems and support academic and administrative needs while aligning with institutional prio...

2 weeks ago

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

$94K - $138K *

Lead the charge in enhancing enterprise application services, ensuring secure, reliable, and client-centered solutions. Collaborate across teams to align technology with institutional priorities and d...

New Westminster, BCRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $160K *

Manage and enhance enterprise databases and applications, overseeing system integrations and emerging AI infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to drive technology solutions and optimize critical bu...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower cross-functional teams to consolidate payment gateways, leveraging deep USA Payments expertise. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze requirements, drive migrations, and ensure seamless int...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$55K - $113K *

Collaborate with dynamic teams to deliver transformative technology solutions. Drive innovation, enhance systems, and support client needs across diverse projects in a fast-paced environment, utilizin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of payments by leading the architecture of a modern, microservices-based platform. Drive technical excellence, align cross-functional teams, and ensure robust, scalable solutions that...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Lead the architectural vision for a modern payments platform, ensuring secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate across teams to translate business needs into effective architecture, guiding implementat...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform cloud capabilities by developing secure, scalable platforms and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish architecture, automate processes, and explore new technologies...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $209K *

Drive the successful execution of MEP systems in large-scale data center projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely delivery, quality standards, and safety compliance throughout the con...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock innovative solutions by leading complex systems analysis projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance financial services. Drive strategic growth through data analysis, user in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex systems analysis projects, translating business needs into actionable requirements, and enhancing technology solutions through collaboration with stakeholders and t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $112K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing a hybrid network infrastructure, ensuring secure connectivity and compliance across multiple sites. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance performance, suppor...

1 week ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Systems Analyst, driving innovative technology solutions in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance digital operations and levera...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$174K - $193K *

Join a dynamic team as a leader in critical operations, overseeing data center systems, ensuring uptime, and implementing safety and efficiency programs while managing budgets and staff development fo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $193K *

Champion the operational excellence of a data center by leading a team, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety and maintenance standards. Drive efficiency and foster a culture of safety...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $136K *

Join a dynamic team as a Business Systems Analysis Specialist, where you'll translate complex business needs into actionable technical requirements, collaborating with cross-functional teams throughou...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $130K *

Lead data architecture initiatives by designing scalable data solutions, collaborating across teams, and ensuring alignment with business needs and security standards to enhance our pension administra...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $134K *

Join us in leading transformative projects within the utilities domain, ensuring timely delivery and effective communication between technical teams and clients. Drive innovation and manage risks whil...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $167K *

Take ownership of strategic business analysis and IT solution evaluations, leveraging domain expertise to optimize value chains. Collaborate on solution architecture and implementation, ensuring align...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing cloud solutions that enhance scalability and reliability. Collaborate with experts, mentor junior specialists, and drive operational improvements in a...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage data center operations, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability. Lead teams, optimize resources, and implement strategic initiatives to enhance infrastructure reliability and se...

Ontario, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join us to optimize warehouse operations and lead a dedicated team. You'll ensure timely order fulfillment, maintain inventory accuracy, and promote a culture of safety while driving process improveme...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Optimize Oracle HCM Cloud payroll processes by leading technical solutions, configurations, and integrations, ensuring seamless payroll operations and compliance while collaborating with cross-functio...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$91K - $187K *

Deliver operational excellence by independently overseeing data centers, driving process improvements, managing incident resolutions, and supporting expansions with a focus on efficiency, performance...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $187K *

Join a team that's focused on optimizing data center operations through innovative solutions, performance analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. Lead expansion efforts, drive incident resolutio...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.