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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$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...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $113K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing robust cloud-based database solutions, ensuring performance, scalability, and integrity while collaborating with developers and managing CI/CD deployments u...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing and optimizing SQL Server databases to ensure peak performance and security, driving improvements in efficiency and supporting critical Navy operations at HQ level...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive the design and management of robust database solutions, ensuring high performance and availability for enterprise applications while mentoring junior DBAs and collaborating with technical teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage Oracle and PostgreSQL databases, ensuring high availability and performance. Collaborate on projects, address critical issues, and enhance database security—all while...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Advance your career as a Database Administrator, ensuring optimal performance and security of enterprise databases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver compliant data solutions in cloud...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower the database environment by managing operations, enhancing performance, and driving modernization. Collaborate with infrastructure teams to ensure reliability while automating processes and op...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Transform database management by ensuring high performance, reliability, and automation. Collaborate with infrastructure teams while overseeing daily DBA operations for both production and development...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $165K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in database solutions, supporting cutting-edge classified programs with your engineering expertise. Collaborate closely with software engineers to effectively man...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Optimize the performance and security of mission-critical SQL Server databases in healthcare. Lead compliance initiatives, enhance system stability, and drive cloud modernization projects while mentor...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $118K *

Empower excellence in database management by ensuring optimal performance and security of Oracle enterprise databases. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies enhancing reliability and efficiency...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $140K *

Empower mission-critical operations by leveraging your SQL expertise and active TS/SCI clearance. Engage in hands-on database administration, ensuring security and efficiency across diverse environmen...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $157K *

Build a robust AWS database strategy by leading the migration from SQL Server on EC2 to RDS. Upskill a dedicated team, optimize costs, and ensure compliance for critical healthcare applications servin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $110K *

Drive the administration and maintenance of MS SQL Server databases to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability within production and non-production environments while collaborating with...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Manage and optimize databases using MS SQL and PostgreSQL, ensuring performance and security. Collaborate with developers to implement solutions and effectively troubleshoot issues while maintaining d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a team that safeguards critical systems through effective database management, ensuring data integrity and performance while collaborating to enhance security measures o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in Remedy database administration, ensuring the performance, security, and reliability of services with a focus on optimal database integrity and management within complex environments...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $158K *

Empower our mission by managing database systems and virtual environments. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and PostgreSQL to enhance system performance and resolve technical issues whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $181K *

Elevate your career by driving database management initiatives, enhancing processes, and collaborating with a dedicated team to support critical systems. Utilize your SQL and AWS skills in a dynamic e...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $120K *

Transform the future of database management by ensuring optimal performance, security, and availability within critical systems. Collaborate across teams to support and enhance enterprise databases th...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Manage and optimize cloud database platforms, ensuring high availability, security, and compliance. Collaborate closely with IT and development teams to drive automation and scale applications support...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $160K *

Join our team to analyze, design, and implement high-availability database services leveraging Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MySQL in a global setting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure opti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic IT team as you drive the optimization, security, and improvement of our hybrid infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance across on-premises, virtualization, and AWS env...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future by leveraging your SQL Server expertise to architect and manage worldwide database systems, ensuring optimal performance and security while collaborating in all stages of the applicat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Oversee the school's technology infrastructure by managing cloud and on-premise systems, ensuring security and resilience through robust architecture. Collaborate with teams to support strategic goals...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted today

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

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.