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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$120K - $150K *

Transform data product management through innovative strategies, driving impactful solutions. Lead cross-functional teams to develop and refine data-driven intelligence applications, ensuring customer...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Develop and enhance data products to deliver impactful threat intelligence solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally, leverage big data insights, and engage with customers to drive innovation and grow...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $152K *

Elevate your career by leading systems engineering initiatives for advanced fire control systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance submarine operations and drive innovation in a cr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Transform data solutions by being the GCP platform expert. Partner closely with engineers to ensure compliance with standards. Manage features, track metrics, and enhance governance while driving inno...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $235K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive automation and scalability across diverse platforms using cutting-edge tools like AWS, Terraform, and Kubernetes while optimizing software deployment and operational s...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $116K *

The Senior Business Systems Analyst at Nuveen will be responsible for identifying and analyzing business needs, leading IT platform enhancements, and translating business requirements into application...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Manage and deliver senior-level systems engineering support for critical missile defense capabilities, ensuring integration across multiple domains, collaboration with stakeholders, and alignment with...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$64K - $115K *

Advance your career by developing data-driven solutions in a hybrid role, collaborating with diverse professionals to enhance water utility operations and manage complex projects while utilizing advan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$64K - $115K *

Shape the future of water management by delivering innovative data solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to analyze complex datasets, develop predictive models, and enhance client systems for impr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$64K - $115K *

Empower the future of water management by leveraging data for impactful insights. Collaborate cross-functionally while delivering IT solutions in a dynamic consulting environment focused on enhancing...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of OS development by designing and developing critical kernel components for VxWorks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security and performance w...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$64K - $115K *

Elevate your career as you deliver impactful data solutions for water utilities, managing projects that integrate technology and engineering expertise while collaborating with diverse teams and stakeh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Lead operational excellence for a high-performing team, enhancing client experience and driving compliance in a fast-paced wealth management environment. Manage daily operations and innovatively imple...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Empower our data-driven decision-making by designing and optimizing BI solutions that enhance performance and strategic alignment. Drive analytics excellence through innovative data practices and busi...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional teams in delivering complex software initiatives within budget and timeline. Leverage your deep project management and agile expertise to drive results...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Champion high-performance and scalable applications by leading quality initiatives, developing performance test strategies, and collaborating across teams to address system resiliency and capacity cha...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $300K *

Transform the identity graph landscape by owning the end-to-end development of critical product features, enhancing data ingestion, API performance, and maintaining operational excellence at scale for...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Elevate software development practices by designing high-quality, scalable solutions. Collaborate across teams to modernize revenue-critical systems while honing your skills in full-stack development...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $135K *

Lead the charge in administering Microsoft 365 services, implementing compliance solutions and managing configurations in a large federal environment to ensure secure and efficient collaboration acros...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $163K *

Shape the future of healthcare analytics by designing and delivering innovative Power BI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex datasets into actionable insights for o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Drive your career forward by resolving complex IT issues while enhancing user experiences and supporting operational improvements in a dynamic and collaborative professional services environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Architect a cutting-edge hybrid cloud platform to streamline automation, enhance operations, and enable scalable application development. Collaborate with teams to reduce manual processes, improve eff...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building a modern cloud platform by developing automation and tooling that streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance reliability across diverse environments. Collaborat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Design and implement automation solutions that enhance operational efficiency and streamline workflows across hybrid cloud environments while fostering reliable application deployment and management...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative automation solutions that streamline operations and enhance reliability across hybrid cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to build scalable tools and...

Reposted 1 week 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 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.