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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$100K - $135K *

Execute the management of Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Linux systems, ensuring optimal performance and security for Federal Government operations. Collaborate on technical solutions, automate process...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

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

$87K - $140K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Optimize our SharePoint environments by managing, troubleshooting, and upgrading systems while collaborating with a diverse team to ensure seamless operations and effective solutions in document manag...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $144K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mission-critical construction projects. As a strategic leader, you will oversee complex projects from design through delivery, drive execution excellence, and...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading high-impact initiatives, advising senior leadership, and modernizing processes to enhance enterprise capabilities in a dynamic environment focused on GEOINT and mission ass...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$161K - $338K *

Shape the future of operational reliability by ensuring MEP excellence across global data centers, collaborating with stakeholders to drive maintenance strategies and incident management for seamless...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $140K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive your career forward by providing essential Oracle Federal Financials support. This role enhances financial management systems, assists users, and recommends process improvements to optimize oper...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$127K - $180K *

Unlock potential by providing expert software engineering support in a dynamic environment. Drive IT system maintenance, troubleshooting, and user assistance while leveraging extensive experience and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $140K *

Shape cutting-edge SATCOM systems by leveraging deep RF engineering expertise and integrating advanced modem technologies. Drive performance analysis and design decisions in a hands-on role focused on...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $180K *

Innovate robust IT solutions as a pivotal software engineer, leveraging your extensive experience to support and maintain complex systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $130K *

Join us in shaping the future of AI and Data platforms, leading the deployment of secure capabilities in AWS. Drive platform vision, operational excellence, and user-centric experiences while collabor...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines in Azure, optimizing DevOps practices. Collaborate across teams to enhance application security, automation, and deployment efficiency, ensuring h...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Partner with us to ensure the reliability and operability of PostgreSQL services for our 24x7 SaaS platform, focusing on availability, performance, and incident response while collaborating across tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Optimize people operations by managing HR data integrity, payroll coordination, and onboarding processes. Collaborate with global teams to enhance operational efficiency and support strategic HR initi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $140K *

Engineer robust data solutions, leveraging Azure technologies for seamless data infrastructure and pipeline management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and compliance, s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining the future of database architecture by optimizing and modernizing complex environments to enhance performance, scalability, and maintainability, while leveraging your ana...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead efforts in enterprise identity and access management by delivering secure authentication solutions, mentoring technical teams, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards while addressin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Champion efficient systems management for a critical Air Force unit, overseeing installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of both physical and virtual infrastructures while ensuring compliance w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Lead the enhancement of our IT infrastructure, ensuring resilience through disaster recovery, cloud solutions, and operational support. Balance strategic initiatives with daily technical support in a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Drive the development and execution of comprehensive disaster recovery and continuity strategies, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance resilience and ensure mission success across ent...

2 weeks ago

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

$107K - $195K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in disaster recovery to enhance resilience capabilities for mission-critical data analytics. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver robust solutions th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $165K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $165K *

Deliver high-quality software delivery at scale by optimizing CI/CD platforms and ensuring security and reliability across hybrid environments. Lead standardization efforts while collaborating with te...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.