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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.
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.
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.
Principal Database Administrator (on-site)
$107K - $204K *
Contribute to classified programs as a Principal Database Administrator, utilizing your expertise in RDBMS solutions and database security. Collaborate with engineering teams to design, implement, and...
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Database Application Administrator
$90K - $120K *
Tackle enterprise application ecosystems management by optimizing Oracle and NetSuite operations. Leverage expertise in database administration and real-time data integration to enhance system perform...
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$70K - $95K *
Join a team that's focused on designing and optimizing military IT database systems. You will enhance data management strategies, provide technical support, and ensure security and performance across...
3 weeks ago
Systems Engineer - Database (MS SQL Server)
$90K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise IT by managing MS SQL Server databases to enhance performance, security, and reliability in critical environments that support national security mis...
Reposted 6 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Drive robust data platform performance through expert SQL DBA support, emphasizing scalability and reliability. Collaborate across teams while optimizing data pipelines using Databricks and managing S...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Drive enterprise data platform optimization by leveraging SQL DBA skills and Databricks expertise to enhance performance, scalability, and reliability for large-scale data processing initiatives. Coll...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Elevate data management capabilities by leveraging SQL and Databricks expertise to ensure optimal performance, scalability, and reliability in enterprise data platforms. Collaborate on innovative data...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Deliver high-performance MSSQL database solutions, optimizing resources while aligning with global team strategies. Engage with stakeholders to support design, development, and maintenance of robust d...
Reposted 2 days ago
$100K - $130K *
Join a team that designs and optimizes MSSQL data platforms. This hands-on role requires expertise in SQL development, performance tuning, and cloud infrastructure. Work with global stakeholders to en...
Reposted 2 days ago
$85K - $110K *
Elevate your skills as you contribute to database management, focusing on Microsoft SQL Server and MariaDB in a dynamic team setting. Drive operational excellence through maintenance, troubleshooting...
3 weeks ago
Database Administrator (1440) - Advanced
$75K - $95K *
Elevate public safety by managing and optimizing critical database systems. Support the Florida Department of Law Enforcement's mission through proficient administration, performance tuning, and maint...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to maintain and secure critical databases for identity and authentication systems, ensuring compliance with federal standards while optimizing performance and resilience of enterpr...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$75K - $95K *
Support database management and optimization for Azure SQL environments, ensuring high availability and performance while troubleshooting issues and performing maintenance tasks associated with produc...
3 weeks ago
Journeyman Database Administrator
$75K - $95K *
Unlock your potential by delivering expert database support, ensuring integrity and performance across various database systems, while collaborating with development teams to enhance operational effic...
1 week ago
$104K - $156K *
Drive database integrity and security in a dynamic team, managing Oracle, SQL Server, and SYBASE systems. Deliver performance optimizations and disaster recovery while collaborating on innovative data...
Reposted 5 days ago
$104K - $156K *
Oversee database maintenance and security, ensuring integrity and availability while collaborating with a team to implement best practices in performance analysis, disaster recovery, and user manageme...
Reposted 5 days ago
$100K - $130K *
Pioneer data solutions by leading design, development, and optimization of robust data pipelines across multiple platforms, ensuring high-quality data products while mentoring peers and driving techni...
3 days ago
Database Administrator (DBA) - III
$90K - $120K *
Lead database management activities by optimizing installation, configuration, and maintenance processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and security while troubleshooting issues...
1 week ago
$80K - $110K *
Champion robust database operations that ensure high performance, security, and reliability in a dynamic cloud environment. Collaborate with global teams to enhance system efficiency while supporting...
1 week ago
Database Administrator - TS/SCI with Polygraph
$147K - $199K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing national defense through enterprise database management. Your expertise will ensure the security, performance, and reliability of critical database services...
2 weeks ago
Database Administrator - TS/SCI with Polygraph
$164K - $218K *
Engage with us to design and manage complex database systems, supporting large-scale applications and collaborating closely with development teams to deliver impactful data solutions across diverse en...
2 weeks ago
Database Administrator - TS/SCI with Polygraph
$147K - $199K *
Join a team that's dedicated to supporting national defense by optimizing and managing enterprise database services. Your expertise will enhance reliability and secure critical applications across mul...
2 weeks ago
Database Administrator - TS/SCI with Polygraph
$147K - $199K *
Oversee enterprise-grade database services, ensuring high availability and performance across multiple environments. Support critical operations with clustering, backup, and recovery management while...
2 weeks ago
Database Administrator - TS/SCI with Polygraph
$147K - $199K *
Help us optimize and secure enterprise SQL database services. You will enhance critical operations, ensuring high availability, performance, and security across diverse environments that support natio...
2 weeks ago
Database Administrator - TS/SCI with Polygraph
$147K - $199K *
Join a team that's crucial to national defense. As a Database Administrator, you will enhance enterprise-grade database services, supporting mission-critical applications and ensuring optimal performa...
2 weeks ago
What does a Senior Database Administrator do?
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?
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?
Senior Database Administrators can advance to positions like Database Architect, Data Manager, and Chief Data Officer.