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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$108K - $148K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior BI Developer, crafting advanced Power BI solutions that drive performance and insights across diverse teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to elevate reporting standa...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $183K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $157K *

Lead the charge in transforming data operations by executing complex ETL processes, ensuring data integrity, and facilitating seamless integrations within SAP environments to support enterprise-wide i...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $231K *

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$238K - $365K *

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

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Reposted 2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to cultivate strong client relationships and drive product adoption while leveraging your L&D expertise to design impactful learning programs that align with business objectives and de...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by enhancing vital IBM i applications with hands-on RPG expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions while ensuring system reliability and su...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $200K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$85K - $105K *

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in cloud infrastructure as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer. Collaborate closely with clients to enhance their systems through expert site reliability practices...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in architecting modern data platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement scalable solutions, ensuring data governance and performance in a regula...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $180K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $120K *

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3 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.