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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$160K - $190K *

Transform your career by leading AWS initiatives, driving technical excellence, and managing project delivery while fostering team growth and compliance in a high-stakes environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $171K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by overseeing product strategy and development for innovative integration solutions. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to drive market success and im...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$189K - $351K *

Elevate your sales career by driving customer success and growth in a fast-paced environment. Lead sales strategies, engage with key decision-makers, and build lasting relationships to deliver compreh...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Help us transform product development by architecting an AI-native framework that embeds intelligent agents throughout the SDLC, enhancing workflows and driving innovation across engineering teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by enhancing HR systems with innovative solutions. Collaborate across teams to translate user needs into effective strategies. Utilize expertise in Workday to drive automation and imp...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $192K *

Strategize and lead the development of an AI-driven backend intelligence platform to enhance decision-making across complex operational systems, ensuring reliable and scalable outcomes in a dynamic an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$109K - $147K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of technology as you design and implement transformative solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and spearheading architectural innovation across diverse...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $203K *

Unlock potential by analyzing complex data to drive business insights, supporting stakeholders with advanced analytics expertise, and mentoring junior team members in a collaborative environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $103K *

Join a team that's enhancing Oracle-based solutions to drive shipping operations. You'll innovate and maintain systems, collaborate on projects, and mentor junior developers, all while shaping the fut...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Empower the future of our platform by leading product development and enhancing customer experiences. Collaborate closely with engineering and design teams to translate technical challenges into innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $186K *

Empower legal firms by leading the development of innovative accounting integrations. Drive strategy, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure accuracy in financial data flow, providing cle...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Transform hypersonic systems engineering through strategic configuration management, ensuring compliance, consistency, and effective communication across diverse teams while maintaining robust product...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$174K - $261K *

Lead a dynamic sales team driving strategic growth in health care markets. Utilize your deep experience in sales and leadership to coach and mentor Account Executives on complex sales cycles, position...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $135K *

Shape the future of customer support by leading a dynamic team of Application Support Engineers, delivering exceptional service, and ensuring customer satisfaction while enhancing operational efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining support excellence by leading Technical Support Engineers to ensure exceptional customer satisfaction while providing advanced technical guidance and fostering a collabor...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$123K - $164K *

Take ownership of complex data center design projects, leading multidisciplinary teams through the entire project lifecycle. Drive execution and ensure compliance with critical facility standards whil...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$182K *

Strategize the future of our identity security sales in the public sector by leading a team to drive SaaS solutions. Cultivate relationships with key partners and clients while enhancing operational p...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing advanced data architectures that enable agentic systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance data flow, governance, and retrieval methods in a dynamic environment focused...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$199K - $270K *

Tackle the complexities of backend engineering by developing robust API integrations, building ETL pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and performanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$300K *

Join a dynamic team as a Strategic Account Executive, driving revenue growth and market share through strategic account management. Serve as the primary contact for key global OEMs and end-user accoun...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $210K *

Partner with us to drive innovative financial solutions in the healthcare sector. Leverage your Workday expertise for impactful implementations, collaborating closely with teams to transform operation...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of project estimation by leading the development of comprehensive estimates, coordinating with teams, and proposing cost-effective solutions to complex challenges while maintaining qu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$225K - $250K *

Engage with Sales leaders to strategize and execute initiatives that boost performance, drive efficiency, and ensure alignment with business objectives across the Americas, while serving as a trusted...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our AWS cloud platform through technical leadership and hands-on engineering. Drive infrastructure automation, guide a team in Agile practices, and enhance platform relia...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Provide project leadership for complex data initiatives, combining project management skills and technical fluency in Databricks, analytics, and cloud platforms. Engage with stakeholders to ensure ali...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 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.