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 - $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

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovative software solutions by collaborating across teams to understand business needs, develop scalable features, and mentor junior developers while promoting best practices and ensuring alig...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by providing expert software development and support for a mission-critical Health Information Exchange platform, ensuring optimal performance and high data i...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Help us enhance our robust HIE platform by providing expert software development and production support, ensuring operational excellence while driving proactive improvements and scalable health data i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $129K *

Drive complex analysis and requirements management to enhance payment operations, ensuring effective collaboration with technical teams and stakeholders. Shape solutions that improve business processe...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $129K *

Transform business operations by harnessing complex analysis to define and manage requirements, driving impactful changes in digital payment solutions through collaboration with cross-functional teams...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Solve complex data challenges by creating impactful analytical solutions that empower decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives and enhance institutiona...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $110K *

Contribute to robust business and QA processes by analyzing needs and ensuring smooth application functionality. Collaborate with stakeholders to create essential artifacts and enhance system operatio...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $181K *

Lead the charge in analyzing military C2 processes while enhancing software interfaces. Collaborate with engineers and deliver effective training to users. Engage across multiple projects, thriving in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $138K *

Join a team that empowers innovative full stack development by designing and maintaining software across user interfaces, backend services, and cloud infrastructure, ensuring robustness and scalabilit...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Drive innovative data solutions by engineering scalable and robust platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance real-time data reliability and performance across complex environments, ensuring seamles...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and supporting enterprise mobility solutions, ensuring secure operations and reliable performance of mobile devices across the organization while collaborating with diver...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $100K *

Unlock insights as a Senior Business Analyst, driving operational efficiency and financial planning by blending analytics with hands-on problem-solving. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional technical support while mentoring junior engineers, troubleshooting complex problems, and managing IT projects to enhance client satisfaction and...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Engage in optimizing GitLab for secure code collaboration and version control. Oversee access controls and CI/CD pipelines to enhance DevSecOps workflows, ensuring compliance and efficiency across mis...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $147K *

Drive operational excellence in High Value Payment Systems through business analysis, systems support, and quality assurance. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance processes, address member...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $147K *

Drive operational excellence by bridging business and system management for Canada's high value payment systems. Lead analysis, implementation, and quality assurance while fostering stakeholder relati...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the capabilities of Navy aircraft systems, collaborating with elite professionals to drive improvements in mission-critical technology. Make a meaningful impa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

$89K - $115K *

Shape the future of manufacturing technology by optimizing SCADA and SQL databases in a dynamic, FDA-regulated environment. Collaborate across teams to enhance system performance and drive data-inform...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Join the charge in shaping complex systems through expert commissioning, mentoring peers, and troubleshooting on-site. Engage with diverse stakeholders and optimize systems to ensure seamless function...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that commissions complex systems, optimizing audio, video, and control setups. This field role requires solving technical issues, mentoring engineers, and collaborating remotely to ensure...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Engage in commissioning complex systems while traveling to customer sites. Ensure equipment operates as designed, mentor field engineers, diagnose issues, and optimize system settings for seamless int...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $100K *

Grow your career with this analytical role supporting operations and finance. Provide data-driven insights, improve performance metrics, and lead budgeting processes to enhance business outcomes in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $90K *

Join a team that optimizes Identity and Access Management processes to enhance security posture while effectively managing privileged access risks across a global enterprise, contributing to driving s...

2 weeks 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.