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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$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing secure database structures that enhance enterprise application efficiency. Collaborate on aligning data models with cloud strategies, ensuring high standard...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise backup and recovery solutions. Oversee design and transition from Commvault to Veeam in a secure, large-scale environment, ensuring compliance and driving perf...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Analyze and enhance high-performing technology systems while ensuring security and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive modernization initiatives and support daily operations...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

$68K - $131K *

Transform your IT career by providing expert systems administration in a diverse, classified environment. Collaborate closely with teams to implement secure solutions and troubleshoot complex infrastr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Shape scalable B2B applications using Azure services, drive architectural improvements, and lead cross-functional teams in delivering enterprise solutions aligned with best practices...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Reimagine data systems as you design and deliver scalable solutions that enhance analytics and reporting. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and quality in a dynamic environment, p...

Today

  •   Less than 5 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...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $147K *

Lead data governance and performance initiatives as you optimize, secure, and manage database environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance insights and support data-driven decision...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of Windows system administration in a critical DoD environment, optimizing secure IT infrastructures and leading initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and compliance while dri...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $203K *

Transform security data engineering standards and implementation globally. Lead efforts in building and maintaining robust modeling and analytics solutions while collaborating across teams to enhance...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $185K *

Elevate your career by leading security data modeling in a senior role. Drive engineering standards and collaborate across teams to enhance data solutions for security operations and threat detection...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive impactful change by designing and optimizing insurance technology systems, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience through analytical expertise and cross-functional collaboratio...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Elevate application performance by designing and developing end-user software solutions, ensuring alignment with business needs through analysis and configuration of COTS and custom applications in a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Transform database performance as you manage and optimize Oracle environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure data integrity, guide application developers, and leverage your expertise to enhance ope...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Champion the stability of IT infrastructure across multiple locations by designing, implementing, and maintaining core technology systems while ensuring cloud security and reliability. Collaborate wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate technological strategies by managing cross-functional teams to enhance business goals through effective IT solutions and asset stewardship. Lead with innovation and collaboration in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $140K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Drive your career forward by managing enterprise storage and backup solutions, optimizing performance, and leading disaster recovery initiatives within a dynamic global IT Operations team...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion the evolution of enterprise storage and backup systems through design, optimization, and administration. Lead initiatives to enhance performance, security, and compliance within a global IT O...

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.