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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$125K - $135K *

Elevate your career by leading complex business analysis, translating requirements into actionable user stories while mentoring teams. Leverage AI tools to drive enhancements and ensure alignment acro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Explore the opportunity to enhance database reliability and performance while driving automation and collaboration across SQL Server and Azure platforms. Join us to optimize database solutions and imp...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Empower enterprise data continuity by managing database security, availability, and consistency. Collaborate with teams to support IT operations and leverage ServiceNow for efficient data management a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the design and construction of an enterprise data warehouse, consolidating ERP data across multiple business systems. Collaborate with leadership to implement data architecture, ingestion pipe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive exceptional reliability and performance in cloud-native environments by leading SRE practices, fostering automation, and collaborating with teams to enhance service delivery and customer satisfa...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Optimize database integrity and modernize legacy systems in a dynamic, 100% in-person role. Utilize your SQL and programming skills to enhance data management processes and deliver robust solutions fo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Design and implement innovative database solutions, ensuring data integrity and modernizing systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the Electronic Warfare Data Systems progr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Engage in enhancing data integrity and modernizing systems as a Database Engineer by developing sophisticated applications and automating processes using SQL and advanced programming languages in a co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $165K *

Elevate software delivery by designing enterprise-grade CI/CD platforms. Lead standardization, security, and reliability across hybrid environments to enhance deployment practices and ensure high-qual...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $165K *

Drive the design and implementation of robust CI/CD platforms across hybrid environments, ensuring reliability, security, and scalability for high-quality software delivery at enterprise level. Lead e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $165K *

Optimize enterprise CI/CD platforms by leading the design, implementation, and management processes across hybrid environments, focusing on standardization, reliability, and security for efficient sof...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $165K *

Transform your career by leading the design and operation of robust CI/CD platforms in hybrid environments, ensuring high-quality software delivery through automation, reliability engineering, and sec...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $165K *

Innovate by leading CI/CD pipeline design and enhancing cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive automation and improve system reliability. Elevate engineering maturity a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $165K *

Elevate engineering maturity and delivery pipelines by leading DevOps initiatives, optimizing cloud infrastructures, and enhancing operational excellence within high-performing teams. Drive automation...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $165K *

Transform your career with a rewarding role as a Senior DevOps Engineer, driving automation and enhancing cloud-native platform reliability with cross-functional teams. Influence architecture and tool...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $165K *

Lead the charge in modernizing our DevOps practices and cloud platforms. Collaborate with top-tier teams to design CI/CD pipelines, enhance infrastructure, and drive automation, ensuring reliability...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize infrastructure readiness as a leader in facility modifications, managing transitions, and ensuring Columbia-class submarine support. Collaborate across agencies to secure funding, execute inf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead infrastructure initiatives that ensure readiness and support for Columbia-class submarines. This role involves coordinating facility modifications, funding alignment, and stakeholder c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize SQL Server database solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining systems. Play a key role in enhancing performance, collaborating with teams, and resolving issues within large-scale en...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Lead the development of a scalable Azure Databricks lakehouse, ensuring data reliability through robust pipelines and integrations, while collaborating across teams to establish data engineering stand...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead innovative CI/CD initiatives, manage complex systems, and ensure robust infrastructure operations to support cutting-edge cyber solutions in a dynamic environment focused on national security...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform data management processes to enhance Navy's Surface Ship Modernization. Engage in analytics support, database security, and stakeholder coordination while ensuring effective communication an...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $128K *

Join a team that's building scalable, data-driven solutions by designing and managing robust data pipelines. Play a key role in enhancing analytics capabilities while collaborating with product teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Oversee and enhance Microsoft Exchange environments, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate on server upgrades, troubleshoot issues, and implement strategies for reliable communication...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $182K *

Join us in shaping the future of cloud communications as a lead architect, guiding the migration and administration of Microsoft Exchange in hybrid environments, ensuring security and high availabilit...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week 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.