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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$49K - $290K *

Lead the deployment and maintenance of AWS infrastructure, utilizing CloudFormation and Ansible. Collaborate with teams to automate processes, ensuring compliance and security while optimizing CI/CD p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $169K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $119K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate and enhance healthcare applications by developing, supporting, and modifying critical systems using AS/400 technologies. Collaborate with teams to deliver efficient solutions while managing c...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $112K *

Deliver high-quality mainframe solutions by designing, developing, and enhancing enterprise applications. Collaborate across functions to support critical systems and troubleshoot issues, ensuring sea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $209K *

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$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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$125K - $150K *

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$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $169K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $155K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

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  •   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.