High-Paying Senior Database Administrator Jobs

Find the best high-paying Senior Database Administrator jobs on Ladders! Our platform offers the opportunity to join the ranks of seasoned professionals in the field, handling critical data operations for top companies. Take the next step in your career today.

Responsibilities of a Senior Database Administrator

As a Senior Database Administrator, you'll be tasked with managing and organizing enterprise databases, ensuring their performance, security, and troubleshooting any issues that may arise. You'll often create and implement database security protocols to protect vital company information.

Skills Required

Typically, skills in SQL, database architecture, data security, and performance tuning are crucial for these roles. Strong understanding of backup procedures, disaster recovery plans, and knowledge in cloud platforms like AWS or Azure would also be highly beneficial.

Advancement Opportunities

There are plenty of room for growth in the database domain, with positions such as Database Architect, Data Manager, and Chief Data Officer awaiting successful Senior Database Administrators.

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$180K - $210K *

Lead the charge in enterprise-wide data initiatives, ensuring project success and strategic alignment. Drive data integration, governance, and quality, empowering teams to turn data into valuable asse...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $157K *

Develop and manage enterprise identity and access solutions, ensuring secure authentication and compliance with Zero Trust principles. Lead the implementation of Microsoft Entra services and integrate...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $210K *

Engage as a Senior Integration Engineer, leading healthcare system interfaces. Drive end-to-end integration solutions, collaborating with IT leaders to ensure secure, scalable interoperability while e...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$69K - $125K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $135K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $150K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $125K *

Partner with us to drive strategic growth in the federal marketplace! Utilize your expertise in business development and capture management to identify opportunities, conduct market analysis, and coll...

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4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $135K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Optimize implementation processes as a Senior Analyst. Drive EDI and application integration solutions while mentoring your team and collaborating with stakeholders. Deliver efficient, timely solution...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $163K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Build scalable data solutions and enhance engineering workflows as part of our Data team. Collaborate across systems to improve data quality and optimize automated processes, ensuring effective data m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

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1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $157K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $164K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Database Administrator do?question toggle

    A Senior Database Administrator manages and maintains an organization's database systems, includes planning and development of the database, as well as troubleshooting any issues on behalf of the users.

  • What skills are needed for a Senior Database Administrator job?question toggle

    Skills in SQL, database architecture, data security, performance tuning, backup procedures, and knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS or Azure are typically required.

  • What are the career opportunities for a Senior Database Administrator?question toggle

    Senior Database Administrators can advance to positions like Database Architect, Data Manager, and Chief Data Officer.