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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving product solutions for Financial Services by bridging client needs and technical development. Collaborate with teams to create innovative, user-centered applications while en...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Lead the architecture of a high-visibility enterprise data strategy, designing innovative data solutions, and bridging the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders to drive impactful data...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $140K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Elevate system reliability by optimizing performance, automating responses, and managing cloud services. Ensure compliance and enhance monitoring while collaborating across teams to deliver robust Saa...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $185K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $160K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $101K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Innovate solutions within our Technology Consulting team, driving operational excellence and strategic growth for public sector agencies by delivering effective ERP systems tailored to their specific...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Design and implement automated reliability tests for a core database platform. Collaborate with developers to ensure exceptional performance and stability across varying workloads while proactively ad...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $177K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.