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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$74K - $100K *

Join a team that's focused on providing operational support for a federal application, liaising with users and technical teams, and ensuring seamless application administration while managing stakehol...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$139K - $208K *

Innovate solutions for drug discovery by translating complex needs into impactful, scalable strategies. Collaborate globally while mentoring analysts, driving agile processes, and enhancing data integ...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Transform DevSecOps within a critical AI initiative by architecting secure software pipelines and driving modernization across multi-classified environments, ensuring operational integrity and continu...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Transform enterprise DevSecOps initiatives by architecting and optimizing software pipelines across secure environments, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency to support mission-critical ana...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of DevSecOps with your expertise by driving modernization and implementing security automation for critical defense initiatives. Lead a team and collaborate to enhance operational res...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $251K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of scalable database solutions. You'll engage with customers, optimize systems performance, and drive innovative feature implementations across A...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Take ownership of IT infrastructure, ensuring efficient operations and robust security. Collaborate with leadership and IT teams to drive technology initiatives while providing hands-on support across...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $132K *

Contribute to cutting-edge multi-cloud platforms by applying AI-driven DevOps practices, ensuring operational health across Azure and Google Cloud, and enhancing platform reliability through innovativ...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $150K *

Elevate your career as a Systems Administrator, managing critical IT infrastructure and enhancing systems for government operations. Bring innovative solutions and support to the mission, with ample o...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Design comprehensive training curricula for military systems, lead updates, and ensure instructional materials meet operational needs. Drive training effectiveness through various delivery methods to...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Transform communication efficiency by designing, implementing, and optimizing AV conferencing solutions for enterprise environments, ensuring seamless interactions across various collaboration spaces...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $252K *

Lead design and development of innovative database systems, focusing on large-scale infrastructure and ensuring optimal performance while collaborating with teams for effective solutions and enhanceme...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $228K *

Unlock your potential by designing highly sophisticated AWS storage solutions. Engage with customers, drive the adoption of emerging technologies, and lead initiatives that transform how businesses ut...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $100K *

Lead the charge in bridging business needs with technical solutions, enhancing operational workflows and Salesforce capabilities to drive scalable sales operations and empower team success through str...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$107K - $133K *

Architect enterprise operational solutions that enhance service visibility and operational alignment across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to deliver scalable and data-dr...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $114K *

Unlock potential by bridging business objectives with technical solutions. As a senior analyst, engage in requirements gathering, system analysis, and solution design to deliver effective application...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $114K *

Unlock potential by driving requirements discovery and solution delivery in a collaborative IT team. You will engage across departments to enhance internal business applications and support diverse pr...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Develop software applications and resolve issues by applying your coding expertise. Collaborate with a team to ensure timely project delivery and adherence to approved design documentation while maste...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $232K *

Manage our Database Platform Engineering team to develop and optimize scalable database solutions, ensuring performance and security while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet strategic o...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $232K *

Join a dynamic team as a Technology Manager, leading Database Platform Engineering to optimize and manage advanced database solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve strateg...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $204K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust enterprise data governance framework, streamlining processes across business functions, and promoting data integrity and automation for growth and operational...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $204K *

Unlock the potential of enterprise data governance by designing and deploying a comprehensive framework that enhances data transparency and quality across business functions, driving innovation and op...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $155K *

Take ownership of the Verification team's re-architecture by leading development initiatives utilizing Golang, React, and cloud technologies. Collaborate with teams to enhance business-critical system...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $204K *

Shape the future of enterprise data governance by establishing robust frameworks and processes. Leverage cross-functional collaboration to enhance data quality, ensure transparency, and drive strategi...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $204K *

Design and implement a unified data governance framework that ensures transparency, consistency, and collaboration across business functions, driving data quality and operational excellence for enterp...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.