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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$200K - $225K *

Drive excellence in project management across various client accounts, guiding teams through all project phases from planning to execution while ensuring compliance, relationship growth, and financial...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Innovate your career by contributing to software product development across multiple platforms. Engage in coding, testing, and enhancing applications as you solve complex problems with minimal supervi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Drive excellence in software development by crafting efficient, secure, and scalable solutions while collaborating within agile teams and mentoring peers to enhance client success and deliver high-qua...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $139K *

Lead innovative solutions by architecting robust data pipelines and ETL processes. Collaborate with diverse teams to solve complex business challenges and empower data-driven decision-making across al...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive comprehensive cost management and governance for a multi-phase data center program, ensuring value delivery and stakeholder alignment across all project stages while mentoring junior team member...

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2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering strategic cost management for a large-scale data center program. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive governance and optimize resources throughout the project's lifecyc...

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4 weeks ago

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

$116K - $197K *

Drive sales success by leveraging technical expertise and business insight to support pre-sales processes in the Identity Governance sector while collaborating closely with sales teams to meet custome...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of aviation by leading a skilled team of diagnostics engineers to enhance customer experience through analytics and strategic collaboration in commercial aircraft operations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $130K *

Optimize reliability and performance of cloud infrastructure through automation, incident response, and collaboration. Drive innovation in distributed systems and infrastructure management to enhance...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape a high-performing team of diagnostics engineers focused on enhancing customer support for aircraft operations through analytics and project management, while fostering collaboration across funct...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Elevate project success by managing cost strategies for large-scale data centers. Collaborate with teams to provide accurate estimates and negotiate contracts, ensuring financial goals are met while l...

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1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive effective cost management strategies for a major data center program. Leverage your expertise to enhance decision-making and ensure successful financial...

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2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Champion cost management excellence in mission-critical data center projects. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to deliver strategic insights, drive cost governance, and enhance financial outcomes...

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2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of data center construction management by driving cost governance and delivering value-added services on this large-scale, mission-critical program, ensuring stakeholder objectives an...

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4 weeks ago

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

$191K - $212K *

Unlock potential by leading ASIC/FPGA design and development initiatives, leveraging extensive experience in engineering processes to enhance innovation and efficiency within multi-disciplinary teams...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Champion your leadership skills by guiding a team of full-stack engineers to develop enterprise-grade web applications, enhance code quality, and foster a collaborative environment for continuous tech...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Serve as the key liaison for clients, ensuring their project needs are met through effective solutions and strong relationship-building. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive results and enhance cli...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at generating leads and nurturing client relationships through targeted outreach and strategic engagement, driving sales opportunities in technology and digital services across the...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Collaborate with clients to design and implement innovative technical solutions. Leverage your software engineering expertise to tackle complex challenges, enhance business processes, and deliver exce...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Drive strategic growth by building relationships with key decision makers in complex organizations, executing account plans for upselling, and collaborating across teams to enhance customer success an...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $163K *

Accelerate progress at a developer-centric platform by designing and implementing a robust CI/CD ecosystem and Internal Developer Portal to enhance software delivery, empower teams, and standardize au...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Deliver expert data management for clinical trials, ensuring data integrity and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to oversee timelines and maintain quality datasets in a f...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $250K *

Lead the charge in managing a high-performing engineering team to develop scalable solutions for financial data integration, ensuring efficient processes and quality results using cutting-edge technol...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Empower us to innovate by developing AI-driven tools that enhance engineering workflows and streamline software development processes. Join a collaborative team focused on transforming productivity fo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $230K *

Shape your future by leading backend engineering efforts on complex, data-heavy platforms. Drive innovative solutions across multi-cloud infrastructures and optimize systems at scale to support high t...

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4 days 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.