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 - $145K *

Take ownership of project schedules by defining deliverables and timelines, negotiating interdependencies, and ensuring alignment with execution plans for successful project outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $145K *

Drive high-level analytical support for U.S. Government trade initiatives, conducting in-depth research on policy, supply chains, and economic security while preparing actionable insights for senior s...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion product initiatives for a medical claims platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance capabilities and client satisfaction while ensuring compliance and operational efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving intelligent automation solutions for enterprises. Lead the product strategy and roadmap execution, ensuring alignment with business goals while collaborating across teams to...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $322K *

Help us elevate customer success by partnering with users throughout their DGX Cloud journey, ensuring effective adoption, optimizing performance, and driving long-term platform growth through strateg...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Discover a dynamic role driving product strategy and development, leveraging your expertise to meet customer needs and market demands through innovation and collaboration across global teams to shape...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $179K *

Manage the database architecture for a federal data integration project, ensuring compliance with security standards while integrating species data into a unified cloud platform. Lead design, migratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's building and maintaining innovative client-facing components using a dynamic tech stack. Lead and mentor engineers while driving project delivery, championing best practices, and en...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $145K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Salesforce Administrator, leading Salesforce architecture and administration while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive scalable solutions and maintain pl...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $115K *

Unlock growth by managing key enterprise accounts, driving platform adoption, and ensuring customer success from onboarding through renewals. Collaborate cross-functionally to build relationships and...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $105K *

Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise web applications through skilled deployment and automation. Collaborate extensively with developers and IT teams to ensure secure, scalable solutions in Micros...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of customer relationships by driving value and retention for large organizations, collaborating closely with sales and product teams to ensure success and growth through data-driven i...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $158K *

Engage as a key Oracle Application DBA supporting a high-profile multi-agency program. Leverage your experience in Oracle E-Business Suite management to ensure optimal performance and uptime, while en...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join us to support the Chief Revenue Officer by optimizing operations, managing communication flow, and facilitating global initiatives. Leverage your organizational skills in a fast-paced environment...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $114K *

Drive operational effectiveness as a Senior Business Systems Analyst, focusing on enhancing customer success through process improvement, stakeholder collaboration, and strategic system utilization ac...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining backend engineering by executing scalable solutions. Leverage 7+ years of experience in Python and AWS to tackle complex data architectures and deliver high-quality code...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $173K *

Elevate application development by leading a high-performing team, managing project delivery and fostering collaboration while ensuring compliance with IT standards and delivering top-notch software s...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $150K *

Make your mark at the forefront of enterprise data solutions, driving automation and analytics with Microsoft Power Platform tools. Develop and manage robust reporting capabilities while collaborating...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $179K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Data Engineer, leading the design and development of scalable data pipelines and products, optimizing health data integration for the Military Health System, and ment...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $179K *

Drive the development and maintenance of scalable data pipelines and products, collaborating across teams to enhance data integration and accessibility for the Military Health System...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and manage complex clinical databases, ensuring high-quality execution of studies while collaborating across functions to drive innovation and seamless data integration f...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $135K *

Unlock potential by designing and integrating complex environmental datasets. Engage with stakeholders to ensure accurate data representation while driving technical solutions and data governance in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Contribute to building resilient cloud infrastructure and optimizing deployment pipelines. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance system reliability and automate operational tasks. Thrive in a dyna...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team committed to enhancing cybersecurity through cutting-edge offensive security tactics. Engage in adversary simulations, vulnerability assessments, and collaboration...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $205K *

Drive seamless data integration across manufacturing systems, ensuring end-to-end traceability and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect robust data workflows that enhance o...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.