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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$70K - $92K *

Unlock potential by analyzing and resolving data platform issues while liaising between technical and operational teams. Utilize strong analytical skills to enhance processes, provide technical suppor...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$174K - $209K *

Lead the charge in optimizing distributed systems, ensuring performance and reliability for Mimir, a key telemetry database. Collaborate with a remote team to design, maintain, and enhance scalable so...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Explore the dynamic world of client engagement as a Senior Solutions Consultant, overseeing complex projects, optimizing platform use, and driving customer success to deliver best-in-class solutions a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$128K - $160K *

Drive your career forward by leading new logo acquisition with AI/ML teams. Own the sales cycle, build consensus across stakeholders, and deliver accurate forecasting while connecting AI products to g...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Innovate with us in developing secure and scalable software solutions. Collaborate across teams to deliver end-to-end features while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring quality through best practi...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $140K *

Champion security excellence by assessing risks, investigating incidents, and partnering with stakeholders to implement proactive cyber risk management strategies that safeguard clients from potential...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $148K *

Redefine security protocols and incident responses by leveraging expertise in network analysis, threat detection, and compliance frameworks to enhance organizational resilience and safeguard digital a...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $110K *

Discover innovative analytics solutions as you partner with business leaders to transform complex data questions into impactful Power BI reports, driving strategic decision-making and fostering data-d...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Empower innovation by developing robust AI systems and scalable services. Join as a vital software engineer—crafting solutions in Go and Python, while collaborating across functions to shape user-cent...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $187K *

Shape the future of enterprise architecture by aligning business needs with technology solutions. Collaborate across teams, drive innovation, and lead large-scale transformations, ensuring optimal des...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate software delivery by leveraging your full-stack engineering expertise to build robust, maintainable applications, ensuring functionality and performance in a fast-paced, agile environment with...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $128K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced software solutions to enhance federal regulatory workflows for endangered species compliance, integrating complex decision logic and ensuring streamlined functio...

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1 week ago

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

$97K - $131K *

Drive your career with a leading enterprise software sales role focusing on data modernization and analytics. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, drive revenue growth, and shape strategies...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $131K *

Tackle complex enterprise software sales to Global 1000 clients, proactively leading meetings and building strong customer relationships while driving revenue growth and ensuring exceptional sales sat...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $175K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing our infrastructure, automating deployments, and ensuring security through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Bring your expertise to enhance our clou...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service while driving continuous improvement through strategic relationships. Help shape customer outcomes and ensure satisfaction by ma...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $90K *

Take ownership of customer relationships by ensuring service excellence and strategic alignment. Drive continuous improvement and governance initiatives, fostering trust with stakeholders and enhancin...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $180K *

Champion user research strategies that shape digital experiences by turning data into actionable insights, collaborating across teams to enhance user engagement and optimize web performance globally...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join us to manage the full renewal lifecycle for strategic clients, ensuring seamless experiences while maximizing revenue opportunities and building strong partnerships through effective communicatio...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $195K *

Champion the development and execution of data stewardship training programs to enhance organizational data quality and governance skills while collaborating with domain experts to address skill gaps...

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2 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in architecting and building data solutions, managing ingestion, transformation, and reporting tools to elevate client analytical capabilities and ensure robust governance and access c...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$64K - $147K *

Transform business needs into actionable insights. Bridge gaps between clients and technical teams to implement innovative solutions while ensuring project timelines are met. Mentor others and contrib...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $89K *

Join a team that shapes strategic capture and proposal management, leading subcontract activities for business growth. Drive compliance, sourcing strategies, and risk management to ensure mission succ...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $89K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead subcontract management efforts, ensuring compliance and driving competitive strategies throughout the proposal lifecycle. Your expertise will empower business growth an...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $166K *

Unlock potential by leading a technical team to deliver innovative database solutions. Drive operational excellence and foster growth while managing complex projects and collaborating with stakeholder...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.