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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$115K - $125K *

Partner with us to optimize cloud operations and enhance customer support. Key responsibilities include managing infrastructure, resolving issues, and collaborating with engineering teams for operatio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Help us maintain robust cloud infrastructure by delivering effective support and solutions. You'll collaborate closely with teams to enhance performance, ensuring optimal availability and high custome...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $122K *

Join a team that analyzes complex business problems and enhances automated systems through collaboration with cross-functional teams while leading requirements gathering and documentation for multiple...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $122K *

Collaborate to analyze complex business problems and lead cross-functional teams in developing automated solutions. Drive requirements gathering, ensuring alignment and compliance while mentoring both...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $122K *

Drive your career forward as you analyze and document complex business needs, collaborating across teams. Lead projects independently, aligning stakeholders and ensuring software solutions meet requir...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $131K *

Partner with us to deliver exceptional support as you leverage your technical expertise to enhance customer satisfaction and resolve complex issues, driving success for key government projects in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$171K - $256K *

Elevate national security initiatives by designing advanced data architectures and engineering solutions. Leverage your expertise to guide enterprise-wide data management strategies and support critic...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Optimize IT Service Management workflows using ServiceNow, integrating automation and AI to enhance efficiency and service quality. Collaborate with teams to build intelligent, scalable solutions that...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead and mentor a team of Visual Database Engineers in developing, testing, and integrating advanced visual and RADAR databases for simulation applications, ensuring project milestones and engineering...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion project success as you oversee all phases of data center construction, ensuring timely delivery and effective stakeholder coordination for technically complex projects. Lead teams and manage...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize retail systems, ensuring data accuracy and driving efficiencies across merchandising, operations, and finance in a fast-paced retail environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with teams to lead development and support of data analytics tools and systems, focusing on enhancing reporting capabilities and improving operational efficiency within the Air business. D...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Elevate cloud transformation initiatives by leading the development of scalable, secure cloud-native platforms. Collaborate with teams to establish engineering standards, mentor others, and drive auto...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at our cloud transformation as a Senior Principal Engineer, guiding the design and delivery of scalable, cloud-native platforms. Influence technology decisions, mentor teams, and o...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of cloud transformation by leading development of scalable, secure platforms. Collaborate across teams to establish engineering standards and modernize operations, enhancing efficiency...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of cloud technology by leading cloud transformation initiatives, optimizing cloud-native platforms, and enhancing operational efficiency. Influence strategic decisions and mentor team...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and optimizing resources for effective contract performance. Oversee personnel and ensure timely, cost-effective project delivery while maintaining high-qualit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $411K *

Advance your career as a key technical leader in WAN routing and infrastructure, supporting sales and solution development while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver end-to-end networking solut...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing enterprise application operations, ensuring secure delivery, and optimizing CI/CD pipelines through innovative problem-solving and effective collaboration with...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Unlock the potential of wealth management technology by leading the implementation and enhancement of Charles River Development tools. Collaborate with teams to design, integrate, and optimize solutio...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Engage with a dynamic team to drive CRD enhancements and integrations, leveraging your extensive application development experience in financial services and optimizing workflows within a robust techn...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive technical excellence by resolving escalations, leading major incidents, and mentoring teams. Enhance client outcomes through expertise in complex infrastructure issues while fostering a culture...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $187K *

Transform data center operations by managing critical infrastructure maintenance, incident management, and engineering support while fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement to drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $209K *

Manage and optimize data center infrastructure maintenance, ensuring service level agreements are met. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve incidents, enhance operational efficiency, and...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Design innovative data solutions that integrate compliance systems with surveillance tools to drive operational excellence in a dynamic capital markets environment. Champion data analytics and ensure...

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  •   Less than 5 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.