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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$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of IT infrastructure by designing and implementing scalable solutions in cloud, networking, and security, ensuring operational excellence while maintaining and upgrading critical syst...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $160K *

Pioneer innovations in technology infrastructure by optimizing performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery for critical trading platforms, driving...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Strategize the BI roadmap, design scalable solutions, manage stakeholders, and lead a talented team to enhance data insights and governance while ensuring quality and consistency across enterprise rep...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage with us to drive CRM implementation success by acting as a pivotal link between operational requirements and system functionality, ensuring seamless process transitions and stakeholder collabor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with clients to translate unique operational needs into a cohesive CRM system, ensuring effective implementation and process documentation while elevating stakeholder...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career as you support the integrity of the Global AML Program through independent quality assurance reviews, driving excellence in AML investigations and enhancing compliance practices ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion the administration of Deltek Costpoint, ensuring compliance and accuracy in government contract accounting while effectively supporting cross-functional teams with best practices and training...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by optimizing cloud database services on AWS, ensuring high availability and security. Be a key player in transforming application platforms and collaborating with talented teams to d...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Manage and optimize RHEL servers while ensuring the security and reliability of the IT infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to implement solutions and automate processes, providing 24/7 support for...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage in centralizing scientific and administrative data through database architecture, automated pipelines, and secure applications for NOAA staff and partners, while ensuring data integrity and opt...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $153K *

Transform systems operations by leading infrastructure management and enhancing efficiency through technical processes while ensuring optimal application availability and effective vendor collaboratio...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $118K *

Empower clients through expert management of Charles River IMS systems, ensuring optimal functionality and support while collaborating across teams to enhance service delivery and operational excellen...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $105K *

Transform enterprise technology by leading the development of Java-based applications, utilizing AWS and modern frameworks to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient solutions alongside a collaborativ...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $108K *

Drive impactful business intelligence by designing and developing robust reporting solutions that empower teams to make data-driven decisions, enhance processes, and support strategic goals throughout...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping Canada’s capital markets by developing robust, scalable software for high-frequency trading platforms. Contribute across the entire tech stack while driving innovation and e...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $104K *

Optimize application development processes by creating and deploying complex software solutions, ensuring alignment between architecture and client needs for improved healthcare outcomes. Leverage you...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $155K *

Shape the future of healthcare solutions by driving product definitions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and enhancing pharmacy operations. Leverage deep domain knowledge to translate busin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing cost management processes, ensuring client value through effective analysis, change management, and project oversight. Drive performance and mentorship within the team wh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Tackle the complexities of RHEL administration, optimizing and securing critical systems. Deliver effective solutions for our federal client's infrastructure, ensuring high performance, stability, and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion the maintenance and optimization of RHEL infrastructures while ensuring system security, performance, and reliability for critical operations. Collaborate across teams and lead initiatives th...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Empower our team as a Senior RHEL Engineer, leading Red Hat OpenShift cluster deployment and automation, ensuring system security, availability, and performance while sharing knowledge and optimizing...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $153K *

Empower a diverse workforce by overseeing operations and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards while optimizing resources and enhancing productivity within a 24/7 electric distribut...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Lead the development and maintenance of enterprise applications on SharePoint and Microsoft 365, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards, while supporting knowledge management initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$137K - $198K *

Lead the charge in developing a robust enterprise integration framework by establishing standardized data, API platforms, and analytics. Drive technical standards, collaboration, and innovation across...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to ensure 100% uptime for data center operations, leading a team in process development, technical support, and facility management. Drive improvement initiatives while delivering exce...

4 days 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.