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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$100K - $130K *

Take ownership of statistical support and leadership for oncology clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance study design, reporting, and analysis while ensuring high-quality...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Champion Client Success as you lead a team to elevate client relationships, drive retention and account growth while managing complex situations with strategic partners. Foster a collaborative environ...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Transform our software landscape by developing scalable solutions. Engage in collaborative coding, performance enhancements, and system design. Contribute to our innovative team while focusing on clea...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Elevate your career by developing robust software solutions in a collaborative environment, focusing on system design, code quality, and performance optimization using cutting-edge technologies and fr...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $144K *

Unlock your potential by leveraging automotive data to drive client success, provide deep insights, build relationships with OEMs, and support strategic decisions, all while shaping the future of auto...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

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1 week ago

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

$110K - $140K *

Unlock potential by driving AI integration into software engineering workflows. Lead the strategy and execution of LLM inference systems, advancing productivity and efficiency across the organization...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by designing and maintaining scalable backend services while collaborating cross-functionally. Enjoy a meaningful role in building reliable systems that enhance customer experie...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of cloud security by designing and securing complex cloud environments across GCP, Azure, and AWS, while providing strategic guidance and enhancing compliance for clients with a focus...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Contribute to the reliability and security foundations that enhance last-mile healthcare delivery. Collaborate across teams to optimize infrastructure, improve incident response, and elevate operation...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

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5 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $135K *

Engage with clients to deliver high-quality field services in data centers, ensuring adherence to ABB standards and safety protocols while identifying opportunities for operational enhancements and pr...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Optimize security operations by monitoring and enhancing computing environments. Proactively identify and address security threats, ensuring robust defense mechanisms and timely incident response for...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Champion the application portfolio strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and enhancing efficiency, value, and user outcomes while leading cross-functional collaboration and managing stakeho...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$223K - $259K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $149K *

Lead a team in designing innovative cloud-native data solutions, enhancing legacy systems through API integrations and modern data pipelines, while fostering technical growth and driving efficiency in...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $170K *

Deliver transformative technical leadership as you guide engineering teams, shape platform capabilities, and make data-driven decisions in a mission-driven environment that values collaboration and co...

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Reposted 1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Drive infrastructure reliability and automation for large-scale game projects, enhancing build systems and deploying CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with teams to optimize workflows and ensure excellent...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Optimize customer retention and revenue by effectively managing high-value B2B renewals. Collaborate with teams, exceed quotas, and build customer loyalty through exceptional service and strategic rel...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $125K *

Help us evaluate strategic acquisitions and drive M&A execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, perform due diligence, and support financial analyses to align with corporate development init...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping high-impact SaaS solutions by driving technical strategy and empowering a high-performing engineering team. Collaborate across disciplines to foster innovation in a fast-pac...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.