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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$90K - $130K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure reliability through proactive monitoring, incident response, and performance evaluation. Collaborate with engineering teams to streamline operations in a dynamic 24x7 env...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $227K *

Drive innovation as a Senior Software Engineer, tackling complex performance and system challenges in relational databases. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to enhance customer experiences through...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to applying systems engineering principles across all life cycle phases, fostering collaboration with stakeholders and driving mission success through effective communicat...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of software development by leading innovative application solutions. Bring your expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and cloud technologies to architect scalable systems while mentoring en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software solutions, driving design, deployment, and support for scalable applications while collaborating across teams to tackle complex business challenges an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Innovate cloud-native platforms as a Senior AWS Engineer, designing scalable APIs and AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver enterprise-grade infrastructures, enhancin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $138K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $157K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $157K *

Empower innovation at the intersection of data engineering and cloud solutions. As a lead engineer, you will design and develop robust data pipelines, optimizing performance while driving collaboratio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform the bank’s AI systems by implementing secure data integration and retrieval processes to ensure robust, permissions-aware access while enhancing data handling and compliance in a regulated e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $117K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $117K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Compliance Testing Analyst, executing thorough compliance testing and validation activities to ensure operational adherence to regulatory standards across the Bank's un...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $108K *

Analyze compliance risks and execute independent testing to evaluate regulatory controls. Collaborate with business units, develop test methodologies, and identify improvement areas to enhance operati...

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  •   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 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.