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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$129K - $157K *

Drive innovative reporting solutions by leading BI development initiatives. Leverage advanced expertise in Aderant applications and financial data to enhance strategic decision-making across the firm...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Build and enhance complex claim allocation models to support forensics teams. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders, delivering insightful analytics and reports that guide decision-making for larg...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Drive impactful research by managing and analyzing complex clinical data. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform medical questions into data solutions using electronic health records and data pla...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Engage with stakeholders to drive solution design and elicit requirements for IT initiatives. Contribute to cross-functional teams throughout the delivery lifecycle, ensuring alignment between busines...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Play a key role in transforming business challenges into innovative technology solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the full system delivery lifecycle and ensure high-quality ou...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion innovative solutions by collaborating with business and technical teams. Drive requirement analysis across diverse digital initiatives, ensuring quality delivery. Thrive in dynamic environmen...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Unlock your potential in this mid-level Technical Business Systems Analyst role, collaborating across teams to define requirements and ensure the delivery of effective digital solutions that align wit...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $223K *

Elevate your impact by leading complex global infrastructure programs. Drive end-to-end delivery, streamline processes, and ensure operational readiness in a fast-paced environment through effective c...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $370K *

Advance your career by managing major enterprise accounts and executing strategic sales initiatives. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver innovative solutions while exceeding sales targets and e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $223K *

Drive successful program delivery through cross-functional teamwork, rapid assessment, and proactive communication to ensure all milestones meet aggressive timelines while fostering a culture of accou...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$131K - $237K *

Join us to maintain and optimize complex database environments, ensuring security and availability. Collaborate with advanced technologies while supporting critical national security initiatives. Shap...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $237K *

Unlock potential by managing complex IT database environments; ensure integrity, security, and performance for Oracle, SQL Server, and SYBASE. Drive migration to AWS RDS and optimize database operatio...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $237K *

Optimize database integrity and security while managing complex IT systems. Collaborate with teams on mission-critical projects, ensuring the availability and performance of Oracle, SQL Server, and SY...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $223K *

Accelerate progress at program delivery by leading cross-functional teams to meet critical timelines, manage complexities, and drive outcomes. Foster collaboration and effective communication to ensur...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$109K - $223K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-impact programs. You will lead cross-functional teams, tackle complex projects under pressure, and ensure timely results, requiring travel and exception...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $132K *

Join a team that's innovating cloud-native development, spearheading technical designs, and mentoring developers. Contribute to the technology roadmap and ensure best practices in a dynamic environmen...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $132K *

Create innovative technical designs and workflows, mentor team members, and drive excellence in cloud-native development for enhanced product support and integration...

Sherbrooke, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Empower innovation by developing robust databases to enhance application performance, working collaboratively in a fast-paced setting while leading complex data solutions. Leverage your technical skil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Innovate software solutions while leading development initiatives. Collaborate globally in an agile environment, driving transformation through technology and influencing best practices to enhance app...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Transform your career with a role that engages in designing, optimizing, and securing database solutions for government clients, ensuring high availability and reliability in a collaborative environme...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion the design and delivery of robust data solutions on Azure, enhancing analytics and operational insights. Collaborate across teams to create efficient data pipelines, employing modern engineer...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $250K *

Deliver expert database solutions via design and implementation, ensuring optimal data flow and storage. Contribute to system architecture alignment, managing complex database structures from inceptio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Transform enterprise storage and backup environments by designing, implementing, and optimizing systems. Collaborate with a global IT team to ensure high performance, security, and efficient data mana...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $240K *

Shape and enhance enterprise systems through reliable IT support, including IAVA patching and both Windows and Linux server management, ensuring critical applications operate seamlessly in a fast-pace...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $115K *

Optimize network support for EHR deployment by providing technical mentorship, troubleshooting, and overseeing installations. Ensure high-quality service across multiple sites, leveraging advanced net...

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.