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 - $150K *

Lead enterprise sales efforts by developing strategic relationships, driving new business, and expanding existing accounts with a focus on consultative selling and solution alignment. Be the key playe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing database reliability and performance while integrating data across systems. This role demands a proactive approach to ensure security and uptime for critical business i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $145K *

Champion data excellence by designing and optimizing scalable data pipelines that empower analytics and machine learning, ensuring robust and secure data platforms across the organization...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $253K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Inspire operational excellence by leading D365 system enhancements, driving complex configurations and optimizations to ensure seamless business functions in a global IT landscape...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive the optimization and management of database systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure stability, security, and performance. Play a pivotal role in enhancing operations through...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $108K *

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $165K *

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $177K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to administer and support Oracle and SQL databases. Ensure optimal performance and security across systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficient databa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $177K *

Drive cloud infrastructure solutions by developing, creating, and modifying software. Tackle complex challenges while managing cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and optimize client...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $166K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $166K *

Unlock the potential of virtual desktop environments while providing critical operations support across multiple locations. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance system reliability and user exper...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by providing top-tier database administration and support across Oracle and Microsoft SQL systems. Collaborate on innovative solutions, ensuring seamless operations and robust securit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join our innovative team as a Systems and Database Specialist, where you will enhance technology solutions through expert application administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of vital cloud an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $161K *

Optimize the deployment and management of cloud services to enhance system efficiency and reliability while leading DevOps practices through collaboration and best practices implementation in a dynami...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $275K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $140K *

Champion strategic vendor relationships, optimize governance processes, and enhance execution management in market data operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency across the supply chain...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$50K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$111K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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6 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.