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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$190K - $265K *

Join us as a principal technical authority, shaping the future of AI operations through innovative platform design, engineering excellence, and governance strategies to drive efficiency and security a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver strategic projects seamlessly and on time. Manage complex schedules and resources, while ensuring quality and effective stakeholder communication in a dynamic, f...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing client relationships while managing projects effectively. Bring your strong organizational skills to a fast-paced remote environment, ensuring every project mee...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$190K - $238K *

Unlock potential by driving technical sales engagements, delivering customized solutions, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance customer adoption of advanced data protection and management te...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Explore a pivotal role in software quality assurance by leading test strategy design, executing manual and automated testing, and mentoring junior engineers to achieve high-quality software delivery e...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $187K *

Unlock potential by designing and scaling resilient cloud data infrastructures, optimizing performance and security while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data access and drive inn...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $183K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$190K - $238K *

Champion complex technical sales engagements while collaborating with enterprise teams to deliver data protection solutions. Lead technical discussions, support client presentations, and foster strong...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $270K *

Lead transformative initiatives in Site Reliability Engineering, enhancing the reliability and operational maturity of critical systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement strategic improveme...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $100K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $144K *

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $242K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $138K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $170K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $104K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize large-scale customer engagements by owning technical evaluations, designing effective architectures, and ensuring success from signature to production while building foundational assets for f...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Tackle the challenge of architecting data analytics solutions in a dynamic team environment, driving enterprise reporting, dashboard development, and automation projects while collaborating with busin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $120K *

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.