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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$322K - $402K *

Accelerate your career by executing territory plans to hunt and secure new logos, advancing strategic accounts, and delivering high-impact proposals that directly contribute to data security and resil...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion data transformation excellence by leading data engineering solutions in Azure. Drive collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driven insights and mentor junior engineers whil...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $102K *

Innovate with your expertise as a Technical Business Analyst, supporting government programs by translating complex business needs into actionable technical specifications, ensuring compliance with fe...

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1 month ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower automotive data solutions by owning critical projects, mentoring peers, and driving technical excellence. Collaborate across teams to translate complex data into actionable insights and create...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that’s dedicated to innovation and quality in software by leading automation testing efforts. As a pivotal Senior QA Engineer, you’ll enhance user experience through rigorous testing and c...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$208K - $312K *

Empower organizations by defining and leading technical sales strategies across complex, global opportunities while acting as a recognized authority and guiding customer engagements to drive measurabl...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$182K - $312K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing technical sales strategies across complex global opportunities. Collaborate with executive leadership to drive impactful technical solutions while mentoring t...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform your expertise into actionable architecture that bridges data, AI, and analytics. Lead technical principles, establish governance frameworks, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure rob...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $170K *

Engage with cutting-edge technologies as a Senior Software Engineer, developing solutions that drive platform advancement and enhance collaboration across diverse teams while ensuring security and tec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the operationalization of a global Professional Services delivery model, enhancing customer outcomes through strategic consulting practice leadership and cross-functional collaboration for optima...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$107K - $159K *

Drive innovation by designing and implementing scalable systems for automation and DevOps, delivering technical guidance while ensuring high standards in security and performance across development fr...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $137K *

Reimagine your career by leading the renewal process for top legal software products, enhancing customer relations and operational efficiency with cross-functional collaboration to drive strategic gro...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer operational security strategies while leading a dedicated team to monitor, detect, and respond to security events. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance security policies and tools, ensuri...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's on the forefront of operational security, overseeing security events, managing tools, and enhancing processes to protect vital data while collaborating across various technology dom...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of enterprise data by designing robust, scalable data pipelines and models that streamline analytics and reporting. Join our fast-paced team to enhance data trust and quality, sup...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize security operations by leading a dedicated team in monitoring and response efforts. Enhance processes, manage security tools, and ensure the protection of confidential data while collaboratin...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $116K *

Drive innovative security solutions by developing custom tools and integrations for an advanced cybersecurity framework. Collaborate across teams to enhance and secure enterprise systems, ensuring rob...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $166K *

Transform the future by leading complex projects that drive innovation and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver business value while managing scope, schedule, and resources i...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Optimize integration capabilities within a dynamic software environment, leading the design and implementation of robust APIs and services while mentoring team members and enhancing project workflows...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $150K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $163K *

Optimize IT service performance management processes, enhance service quality, and ensure adherence to SLAs. Collaborate across teams to identify improvements, maintain service integrity, and drive op...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $303K *

Empower customer-facing teams as you design and scale a global enablement strategy that enhances sales productivity and supports our expanding product portfolio. Drive excellence and leverage insights...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $135K *

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.