Senior Database Administrator Jobs

Discover senior database administrator jobs with organizations seeking experienced professionals to manage, secure, and optimize critical data systems. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles across enterprise IT, financial services, healthcare, technology, and other data-driven industries.

What Senior Database Administrators Do

Senior database administrators oversee the availability, performance, and security of an organization’s databases. They may design database environments, manage installations and upgrades, monitor systems, troubleshoot complex issues, and establish backup and recovery processes. In senior positions, they often set standards, guide database strategy, and mentor administrators and engineering teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial database administration experience and expertise with platforms such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or MySQL. Familiarity with cloud database services, data modeling, performance tuning, high availability, disaster recovery, access controls, and scripting can also be valuable. Clear communication and the ability to coordinate with application, infrastructure, security, and business teams are important in senior roles.

Explore Senior DBA Career Opportunities

Senior database administrator openings vary by employer and technology environment. Some roles focus on cloud migration and platform architecture, while others emphasize operational reliability, compliance, or large-scale performance optimization. Browse senior DBA opportunities on Ladders to find positions that fit your experience, technical strengths, and career goals.

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$96K - $120K *

Transform the infrastructure landscape by leading operational support for Smart Grids. Collaborate with technical teams and vendors to enhance performance, ensure compliance, and implement innovative...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative Salesforce solutions by leading AI architecture and development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, intelligent CRM capabilities that enhance business grow...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Elevate organizational efficiency by developing advanced Power Platform solutions, optimizing processes, and enhancing knowledge management. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement scalable automat...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Champion the design and architecture of a cutting-edge data lakehouse, transforming vast radio data streams into valuable assets for AI/ML workloads. Lead the development of scalable data management s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $116K *

Join a dynamic team to develop mission-critical offensive cyber capabilities, enhancing national security through innovative Computer Network Operations (CNO) solutions. Collaborate on next-gen techno...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $240K *

Advance your career by designing and developing innovative software solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance mission capabilities through cutting-edge technology and strategic problem-sol...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $240K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing innovative software solutions for mission-critical projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance toolsets and deliver tactical support in a dynamic e...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $240K *

Innovate solutions as a Senior Application Developer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and integrate software systems that meet mission-critical requirements and enhance o...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate your career as a Principal Solution Architect, leading the design and evolution of scalable, cost-efficient solutions in Azure. Collaborate with engineers to create robust architectures and r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Architect robust, scalable solutions in Azure, leading design and implementation of new features while enhancing existing capabilities. Collaborate with engineers to ensure high performance and cost-e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $119K *

Shape financial strategies by analyzing data and driving performance initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and ensure compliance with reporting requirements, contributi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$220K *

Unlock innovative cloud solutions as a Senior Architect, leading the design and deployment of scalable ground systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance mission-critical operations in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Unlock insights by bridging data gaps and transforming raw information into actionable analysis. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data completeness and quality, driving informed decision-making...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Analyze complex Medicaid data and provide advanced technical support for SAS solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize usage, resolve issues, and enhance analytics capabilities, driving imp...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate the development of complex applications by analyzing, designing, and implementing innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment with business strategies while delivering hig...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $157K *

Drive innovation in systems engineering by developing requirements, test plans, and algorithms for cutting-edge maritime systems. Collaborate in an Agile environment to enhance product deployment and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Champion innovation as a Senior Software Engineer, driving full-stack solutions and leveraging AI tools to enhance IT lifecycle management. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver impactful softwar...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in shaping and owning the data infrastructure. Define standards, design the foundational data model, and ensure governance while creating efficient data pipelines for growth and regula...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $143K *

Drive enterprise DDI services by engineering, implementing, and sustaining DNS, DHCP, and IPAM solutions in a large-scale environment, ensuring high availability and operational excellence across clas...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic team to deliver large-scale data center projects, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Drive strategic initiatives, manage budgets, and foster cross-functional col...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a team of Project Managers to deliver large-scale data center fit-out projects, ensuring compliance with standards while enhancing customer experience and foste...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of collaboration services by developing and implementing innovative solutions for clients. Lead projects, enhance team collaboration, and ensure successful delivery while maintaining...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovation by leading the PeopleSoft DBA team to enhance system performance, oversee architecture, and ensure robust database management. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement solutions...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

The Team Lead Server Engineering is responsible for planning and leading the Server Engineering team in the research and implementation of new systems, as well as supporting existing systems. This rol...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of financial operations by optimizing and supporting Workday Financials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance, ensure compliance, and drive strategic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior database administrator do?question toggle

    A senior database administrator manages and improves database systems, including their performance, availability, security, backup, and recovery. Senior DBAs may also shape database architecture, lead technical projects, and mentor colleagues.

  • What qualifications are common for senior database administrator jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically look for extensive database administration experience, knowledge of one or more database platforms, and skills in performance tuning, backup and recovery, security, and high availability. Cloud database experience and scripting skills may also be useful.

  • Which database platforms should a senior DBA know?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer. Common platforms include Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MySQL, along with cloud services such as Amazon RDS, Azure SQL, and Google Cloud databases.

  • Do senior database administrator jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Many senior DBA roles meet or exceed $100,000, though compensation varies based on location, experience, industry, platform expertise, and the scope of the position. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find senior database administrator jobs?question toggle

    Browse senior database administrator listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities and identify roles aligned with your background and career goals.