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 - $230K *

Explore opportunities in security engineering by optimizing the Vulnerability Management pipeline. Leverage your expertise to drive automation and enhance risk mitigation across cloud, on-premises, an...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $151K *

Drive the expansion and optimization of cloud technologies across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and maintain robust solutions while mentoring junior engineers...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $125K *

Design and develop scalable web applications leveraging .NET and SQL Server integrations to enhance business operations and client services, while mentoring junior engineers and driving continuous imp...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic growth within enterprise accounts. Lead cross-functional teams to manage client relationships, develop account strategies, and identify new opportunities, ensurin...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Innovate data management strategies to drive organizational success, ensuring data governance, architecture, and compliance align with business objectives while enhancing collaboration across departme...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $117K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$131K - $237K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $195K *

Optimize our Kubernetes infrastructure and CI/CD systems, driving automation, resilience, and observability. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance delivery and maintain production reliability...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$197K - $225K *

Empower your career as a leader in SRE, optimizing Kubernetes infrastructure and AI tooling. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance delivery and reliability while embedding best practices in au...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $208K *

Transform our technology infrastructure by enhancing automation, troubleshooting issues, and fostering collaboration. Bring your expertise to support a scalable infrastructure platform that manages di...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $123K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by driving growth within enterprise accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build executive relationships, identify opportunities, and deliver technology solutions t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $150K *

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable Azure cloud infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance CI/CD practices and operational excellence while driving key pla...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of enterprise data protection by managing backup, recovery, and replication strategies in a secure, mission-critical environment while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ens...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$131K - $170K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $170K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $140K *

Empower your career by leading transformation initiatives that enhance operational excellence, optimize business processes, and implement automation strategies across functions. Collaborate with teams...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$174K - $205K *

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$11K - $165K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

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4 weeks ago

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

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.