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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$88K - $147K *

Empower business growth by developing strategic relationships in the multifamily sector. Harness your expertise in renters insurance to drive sales in the Southeast territory, identify client needs, a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Innovate by designing and building high-performance systems that enhance storage, networking, virtualization, and container runtimes. Collaborate with a team to deliver scalable distributed solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $240K *

Grow your career with a dynamic Client Executive role, managing key accounts within the commercial insurance space. Drive adoption of AI solutions while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance cli...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Unlock potential by architecting scalable data platforms, driving data quality, and evolving our analytics capabilities. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data products and champion modern eng...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$61K - $99K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by transforming and analyzing operational data. Collaborate with business units to define reporting needs and create high-value insights supporting current and fut...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Advance innovative battery technologies by developing and validating thermal and electrochemical models, leveraging MATLAB expertise. Collaborate with a dynamic team to optimize performance for next-g...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining legal service delivery by leading operations and strategy for outsourced offerings, ensuring high-quality outcomes, optimizing resources, and enhancing client relations w...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$316K - $395K *

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.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

We are looking for a highly experienced Tech Lead with strong DevOps and operational support skills, particularly in Salesforce development. The role involves code review, managing CI/CD pipelines, an...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $230K *

Pioneer transformative healthcare delivery by engaging with leaders and teams. Drive operational change and embed technology for improved management of care across clinical settings, ensuring sustaina...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Unlock innovative data solutions as a Senior Databricks Engineer, shaping impactful projects for diverse clients. Collaborate or lead within agile teams to enhance data pipelines and services, driving...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Optimize forecasting and data processes to drive critical planning decisions. Leverage analytical expertise to uncover trends and provide reliable, actionable insights that inform strategies and enhan...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Databricks Engineer, working with diverse teams to design and implement cutting-edge data solutions that drive business success and client satisfaction...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion secure application delivery by automating CI/CD pipelines, managing environment configurations, and implementing security best practices in collaboration with cross-functional teams in a full...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$146K - $234K *

Unlock growth opportunities in the U.S. Federal Healthcare Sector, focusing on HHS. Leverage your expertise and relationships to achieve new business and enhance customer engagement while driving orga...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $105K *

Advance your career as you build and optimize data pipelines for a dynamic data science team, ensuring seamless integration of diverse external data sources to enhance business intelligence workflows...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead and manage payroll operations effectively to ensure accurate processing and adherence to regulations while improving business processes for higher education and non-profit clients...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$184K - $356K *

Transform AI infrastructure management by designing and developing innovative software solutions for Kubernetes clusters. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to streamline deployment and enhance auto...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $169K *

Reimagine dealership operations by leading product development for accounting workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive continuous improvement, and enhance user experience on a cloud-n...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $204K *

Empower enterprise clients by leading post-sales service strategies, optimizing operations, and advocating for customer needs to enhance product delivery and drive successful account management...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Manage the design, development, and support of MES applications with a focus on Opcenter/Camstar. Collaborate across teams to enhance business processes and ensure seamless integration with manufactur...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$184K - $289K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise security architecture, driving innovation, and enhancing business agility. Collaborate across teams to establish best practices while ensuring robust security me...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$230K - $368K *

Champion the development and execution of an enterprise data governance strategy, focusing on data quality, compliance, and organizational buy-in to make data a pivotal asset across all business domai...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by supporting data center programs through clear documentation, reliable reporting, and effective process management. Collaborate with project teams to drive operational success and e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $151K *

Lead our IT operations to enhance global research and healthcare initiatives. Drive digital transformation, manage resources, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure excellence in service delivery...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.