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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$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing infrastructure reliability and scaling secure platforms. Collaborate with engineering teams to automate workflows and optimize CI/CD processes, ensuring operational excell...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $250K *

Help us enhance data analytics capabilities by leveraging Databricks to optimize environments, design ETL pipelines, and collaborate with stakeholders for impactful insights and decision-making...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $250K *

Shape the future of data analytics by designing and optimizing Databricks environments for clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data-driven insights and implement advanced analytics solut...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer cutting-edge cyber training systems, overseeing full-stack development, integration, and deployment in dynamic environments. Collaborate with teams to design responsive interfaces and ensure...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $350K *

Architect and implement cutting-edge data solutions in a fast-paced startup. Focus on OLAP lakehouse design, join optimization, and performance tuning to power enterprise analytics and drive impactful...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Develop robust, full-stack solutions while taking ownership from design to deployment. Collaborate with teams to deliver user-focused products and elevate engineering standards in a dynamic, mission-d...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $172K *

Shape the future of product development by leading enterprise initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams, and driving innovative designs from conception to market launch in a dynamic healthcare env...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead dynamic teams through coaching and development, fostering collaboration and growth while driving performance and operational excellence in the Data Solutions domain...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $221K *

Elevate software delivery by architecting complex solutions on OpenShift, engaging with customer teams to optimize their pipelines and enhance productivity through AI-assisted development and Internal...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive architectural and modernization efforts for a cutting-edge simulation platform. Lead technical delivery and ensure code quality while mentoring team members and collaborating across departments...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing backend services for a multi-tenant security platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect APIs, enhance key modules, and harness Azure capabilities...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $110K *

Support and enhance complex software applications by leading full-stack development initiatives using ReactJS, NodeJS, and TypeScript, while ensuring high performance and collaboration with cross-func...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer cloud operations stability on Google Cloud Platform by leading automation, incident management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure secure and scalable infrastructure. Mentor junior e...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $158K *

Shape data-driven strategies and enhance business performance metrics through innovative dashboards, reporting, and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to extract actionable insights th...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions and enhance business outcomes through strategic project management and collaboration across departments...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of distributed graph data platforms by building scalable solutions that connect identities and resources. Leverage your C#/.NET expertise in cloud-native environments to enhance API l...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer experiences in insurance solutions. As a Senior Business Analyst, you'll bridge the gap between clients and delivery teams, ensuring seamless require...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$215K - $250K *

Unlock innovative solutions by enhancing our data infrastructure to optimize systems, scaling data access and processing efficiency for diverse workloads while deepening team expertise in database int...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $171K *

Drive new logo acquisition and revenue growth by independently managing the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing. Build executive relationships and develop strategies that align with market t...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Support cloud-based Stock Control Systems by managing production and test environments, collaborating with SMEs and ensuring system integrity through maintenance, Agile methodologies, and active commu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $156K *

Serve as the senior technical authority for broker applications, leading development efforts, engaging with partners, and driving AI-first engineering practices to enhance client integrations and deli...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of a complex data migration initiative spanning multiple legacy systems. Design and develop data architectures, ensuring a unified approach while mentoring junior team members and solvi...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$182K - $198K *

Explore the forefront of AI by building and managing a gold data layer that enables efficient model development. Collaborate with researchers and domain experts to ensure high-quality data for advance...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Take ownership of Oracle EBS environments, ensuring seamless administration, maintenance, and migration into Oracle Cloud. Collaborate closely to implement highly available EBS solutions while support...

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2 weeks 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.