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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$146K - $208K *

Empower the future of space infrastructure by designing and maintaining advanced IT systems. Lead projects in a cloud-first environment, utilizing cutting-edge technologies to ensure reliability and s...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by designing and scaling secure infrastructure for AI workloads across cloud and edge environments. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance platform reliability and impleme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $250K *

Engage in critical systems engineering efforts, analyzing and modernizing authorization services. Collaborate with government representatives to enhance IT infrastructure and ensure effective stakehol...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Unlock potential by building and operating a cutting-edge data platform that drives trading analysis and decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data reliability and governa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform safety and control systems through innovative software design and engineering. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-performance, reliable solutions in the nuclear industry...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $104K *

Shape the future of product development by analyzing systems and applications, ensuring they meet user needs. Collaborate with teams to define requirements, resolve issues, and mentor junior analysts...

3 weeks ago

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

$106K - $138K *

Unlock your potential as a key player in business transformation! Collaborate across teams to analyze needs, document requirements, and drive improvements, ensuring solutions align with business goals...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Elevate cloud security and reliability by leading DevOps practices across teams. You'll optimize AWS and GCP environments, enhance CI/CD pipelines, and ensure cost-effective engineering tools, driving...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing and executing program budgets, ensuring alignment across acquisition, financial management, and engineering. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive strategic planning and r...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $209K *

Lead the charge in developing and enhancing NetSuite certification exams, ensuring quality and relevance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and maintain a robust c...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $209K *

Shape the future of certification by leading the strategy and development of NetSuite exams. Collaborate with experts to ensure high-quality, reliable assessments that validate professional skills and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive credit risk management by analyzing exposures, assessing creditworthiness, and ensuring compliance with policies. Leverage your expertise to enhance processes and support organizational growth i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower client success by managing post-implementation Oracle solutions, ensuring service quality, compliance with SLAs, and fostering long-term relationships. Lead teams to optimize processes and enh...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in systems engineering and cybersecurity. Lead complex technical programs, manage Agile processes, and collaborate with diverse teams to enhance defense initiativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $125K *

Elevate customer experiences by designing and developing scalable web applications using modern technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance solutions in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by providing critical support for a 24/7 enterprise network, ensuring cybersecurity and operational readiness for mission-critical systems in a dynamic environment...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $171K *

Collaborate with skilled teams to enhance financial data lakes. Design, develop, and maintain high-quality data pipelines that optimize business insights while delivering exceptional products and serv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career forward as you lead the design and implementation of hybrid cloud platforms, ensuring high availability and security while optimizing data solutions and applying Infrastructure as Co...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on automating identity and access management. Collaborate on security and application systems while driving process improvements and responding to...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Elevate decision-making by partnering with stakeholders to translate complex business needs into actionable insights and analytical frameworks. Drive impactful marketing analytics and customer insight...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform business insights into actionable analytics by partnering with stakeholders to drive data-informed decisions. Leverage advanced analytical skills to support marketing initiatives and enhance...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $210K *

Accelerate your career by leading technical initiatives for a comprehensive pharmacy workflow solution. Drive software delivery, mentor peers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $210K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in pharmacy technology by leading complex software engineering initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $210K *

Transform your career by leading technical initiatives for a comprehensive pharmacy workflow solution. Drive software delivery, mentor peers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance eng...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $116K *

Unlock potential by designing automation-first solutions that enhance platform reliability and streamline delivery in a hybrid environment, focusing on investment banking and brokerage operations...

5 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 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.