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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$125K - $150K *

Reimagine defense technology by leading architecture and integration of mission-critical DoD systems in secure AWS GovCloud environments. Collaborate with teams to deliver scalable, resilient solution...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Champion data integrity and performance as you design, implement, and optimize database systems, ensuring security and availability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and implement diverse database solutions, optimize data models, and ensure quality delivery across multiple platforms. Collaborate to innovate and enhance database capab...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$185K - $225K *

Accelerate client success by leading transformative data, analytics, and AI projects. Elevate consulting methodologies and guide teams to deliver exceptional outcomes while nurturing long-term client...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive impactful software solutions by architecting scalable systems, prototyping with stakeholders, and leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity. Collaborate across teams to ensure security, mainta...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defending digital assets through advanced incident response, threat intelligence, and hunting efforts. Collaborate with teams to enhance security operations and build a proactive se...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving the development and management of secure, innovative multicloud infrastructure solutions. Collaborate across teams to implement automation and operational efficiency for sc...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee database performance, security, and design. Collaborate with IT and manage infrastructure processes while providing technical support to ensure optimal solutions for ent...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $140K *

Optimize database reliability and performance across diverse platforms, enhancing automation and operational excellence. Collaborate with engineering teams to innovate self-healing systems in a fast-p...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $122K *

Unlock potential by transforming data into actionable insights through the design and delivery of dynamic dashboards using Tableau and Amazon QuickSight, collaborating closely with stakeholders to dri...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $112K *

Join our team to shape innovative database solutions, enhancing performance and functionality in a cloud environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while mentoring junior engineers and drivi...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Shape your career by providing vital solutions as a Senior Systems Engineer, ensuring the reliability and performance of NonStop systems in a dynamic enterprise setting while leading technical initiat...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by owning and optimizing our CPQ platform post-implementation. Manage complex product catalogs and pricing rules, enhance integration with key systems, and engage stakeholders to driv...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$123K - $201K *

Innovate by leading software development for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and deploy robust features while ensuring security and interop...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Help us drive success for large clients by maximizing the value of their Postgres investments. As a trusted advisor, you'll collaborate with senior leadership, providing technical insights and ensurin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $166K *

Empower enterprise clients by orchestrating relationships and ensuring they realize the full value of their investments. Collaborate with technical and sales partners to drive customer success, retent...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead and optimize construction consulting projects, ensuring efficiency and client satisfaction while independently establishing a new office. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive growth and manag...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $350K *

Optimize mission critical electrical power studies, leading a team to analyze short circuit, coordination, and arc flash assessments while enhancing internal capabilities and collaborating effectively...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $146K *

Drive data governance initiatives to ensure effective management, accuracy, and compliance of data assets within the organization. Collaborate across departments to enhance data integrity and support...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's responsible for enhancing and supporting CA Plex applications, ensuring data integrity and performance across multiple environments. Collaborate with analytics and IT teams to deliv...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Help us lead the design and implementation of enterprise applications, driving innovation and ensuring alignment with business goals. As a senior architect, you'll mentor a team, enforce standards, an...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $172K *

Empower teams to improve operational efficiency through consulting and innovative solutions. Lead discovery, process redesign, and AI implementation while collaborating across functions to achieve mea...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Champion end-to-end data solutions by designing and optimizing data pipelines and cloud infrastructure, ensuring high data quality and compliance in a dynamic environment. Collaborate cross-functional...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead the development of a cutting-edge agentic database architecture that powers scalable enterprise AI solutions. Drive the technical vision and execution, shepherding a high-performance engineering...

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3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $123K *

Empower global membership support by translating needs into actionable requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, streamline processes, and deliver impactful sol...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.