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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$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by administering and optimizing complex database environments, ensuring performance and reliability across multiple systems while collaborating with clinical trials teams in a structu...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Shape secure and high-performance database operations in a federal environment, ensuring data integrity and reliability by implementing HA strategies, performance tuning, and adhering to DoD cybersecu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Collaborate to ensure optimal performance and security of Oracle databases, resolving issues, supporting migrations to AWS, and improving workflow. Engage in monitoring, tuning, and providing technica...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Optimize database performance and security by managing Oracle databases, executing effective backup strategies, and supporting DevOps collaboration for high availability and continuous delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Optimize and maintain Oracle EBS Application databases while providing 24/7 support. Collaborate with teams on production implementations and leverage advanced technical expertise for proactive mainte...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Champion database excellence by ensuring security, performance, and availability while leading migration efforts to AWS and optimizing workflows through advanced Oracle management techniques...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $186K *

Engineer database solutions that optimize large datasets and ensure compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive integration of tools, and lead agile processes to deliver scalable, high...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Database Administrator, shaping data architecture and ensuring system integrity through innovative solutions and strategic collaboration. Drive performance and securi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Oracle Database Admin/Engineer, leveraging your expertise to develop and implement robust database solutions while supporting enterprise-level operations and ensuring t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $150K *

Unlock new opportunities as a Senior Database Developer, collaborating in a dynamic team to enhance application development, manage complex data environments, and innovate solutions in a hybrid work s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the charge in managing and optimizing high-traffic SQL databases. Lead system performance initiatives, enhance data designs, and ensure around-the-clock support for enterprise-level applications...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Elevate database management by leading the optimization and security of open-source platforms in a cloud-first environment. Collaborate with teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions that enhance ap...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Shape the future of enterprise database management by leading initiatives, optimizing systems, and enhancing application performance across critical business functions. Drive proactive solutions in a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Engage in optimizing database environments by managing SQL Server systems, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security. Collaborate closely with development teams while performing core DBA tasks a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing robust SQL Server environments while driving cloud modernization initiatives. You'll ensure high availability, optimize performance, and collaborate across dep...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $180K *

Shape the future of database management by ensuring secure, high-performing SQL Server environments. Drive cloud modernization, optimize performance, and foster collaboration within cross-functional t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Champion the integration of advanced database solutions, leveraging SQL Server and Azure technologies to enhance system performance and reliability across diverse client environments...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive data storage and backup strategies, leading a team to ensure high performance, compliance, and scalability, while collaborating with stakeholders to align solutions with business needs and optim...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $260K *

Lead the charge in delivering advanced database solutions for critical government missions. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance enterprise-level databases and achieve high quality, integrated...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Oversee database operations, ensuring integrity, security, and availability. Engage in performance tuning, data organization, and disaster recovery while leading initiatives to implement and maintain...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in secure data management systems for national defense while enhancing database integration and modeling strategies. Collaborate with a skilled team at the forefront of technology, em...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $140K *

Optimize database performance and reliability in mission-critical environments. Collaborate with engineering teams to support scalable solutions and drive improvements in SQL Server and MySQL systems...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of enterprise-wide database operations to ensure optimal performance, compliance with security controls, and the overall reliability of critical data systems across various environments...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing database performance, scalability, and security. Mentor junior team members and collaborate across departments to drive data management excellence and support business ne...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $178K *

Transform enterprise database platforms by leading cloud migration and optimization initiatives, ensuring high availability and security across critical systems, while mentoring fellow DBAs and collab...

1 month 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.