Senior SQL DBA Jobs

Explore Senior SQL DBA jobs for experienced database professionals ready to lead the design, performance, security, and reliability of critical data platforms. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including senior SQL Server and database administration roles across industries.

What Senior SQL DBAs Do

Senior SQL database administrators oversee database environments that support essential business applications and analytics. Typical responsibilities include managing SQL Server databases, planning and executing upgrades and migrations, monitoring availability, tuning queries and indexes, establishing backup and recovery strategies, and protecting sensitive data. Senior DBAs may also set standards, mentor colleagues, and partner with engineering, infrastructure, security, and business teams.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for deep experience with relational database administration and SQL, along with expertise in performance troubleshooting, high availability, disaster recovery, capacity planning, and access controls. Familiarity with cloud databases, automation and scripting, database monitoring, and large-scale migrations can also be valuable. Strong communication and the ability to translate business requirements into dependable database solutions are important at the senior level.

Senior SQL DBA Salary and Opportunities

Compensation varies by location, industry, company size, platform expertise, and the scope of the role. Senior SQL DBA positions listed on Ladders meet the site’s $100,000-and-above salary focus. Opportunities may include hands-on database leadership, enterprise platform ownership, consulting, or progression into database architecture and data infrastructure management.

Find Senior SQL DBA Roles on Ladders

Search vetted Senior SQL DBA openings and compare responsibilities, required skills, and compensation. Use your experience with database reliability, performance, security, and modernization to identify roles that match your next career move.

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$109K - $150K *

Shape the future of security solutions by guiding complex Managed Services integrations. Collaborate with teams to align customer strategies, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance, while leading techn...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $189K *

Lead, shape, and execute advanced penetration testing assessments, overseeing scoping, planning, and reporting. Collaborate with teams to enhance cybersecurity measures across various platforms, ensur...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Develop reliable systems and processes that enhance availability and performance. Collaborate with engineers on incident management and automate tasks to support success, while enjoying a positive tea...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $182K *

Unlock the potential of MSSP revenue operations by leading strategy and execution. Drive partner onboarding, deal governance, and revenue acceleration while collaborating across teams to enhance opera...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $212K *

Pioneer innovative managed service solutions by leading technical engagements with MSP partners. Shape enterprise data strategies and drive competitive wins through architectural design, commercial fl...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Help us shape the future of financial technology by tackling complex technical challenges, guiding architecture, and mentoring engineers in a senior, hands-on role that influences scalable and secure...

Austin, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive financial governance by tracking budgets, analyzing variances, and generating reports in a federal mission environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $225K *

Transform the AI landscape in Financial Services by leveraging your expertise to guide strategic initiatives and drive innovation as a Director of AI Industry Solutions, supporting customer engagement...

New York City, NYRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $148K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior BI Developer, crafting advanced Power BI solutions that drive performance and insights across diverse teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to elevate reporting standa...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$262K - $486K *

Transform enterprise sales by driving strategic growth across large accounts. Engage C-level executives, orchestrate complex negotiations, and deliver impactful results through innovative data protect...

Texas, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the development of robust blockchain data systems, enhancing performance and reliability. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful solutions that improve data quality and user experience while...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $230K *

Transform enterprise-scale initiatives by leading strategic technology programs, ensuring resiliency and operational excellence across diverse business lines while collaborating with engineering teams...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $190K *

Join a dynamic Threat Intelligence team to drive vulnerability detection and response, enhancing security measures and protecting policyholders through innovative solutions and collaboration across mu...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Support the operational efficiency of complex application cloud systems. Collaborate with teams to detect, document, and resolve system outages, ensuring compliance with standards while utilizing cont...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $192K *

The Workday Financials Security Senior Principal Consultant is a dynamic professional responsible for leading HCM workstreams and ensuring operational efficiency within the Workday practice. This role...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $163K *

Pioneer innovative data solutions that enhance Medicare Advantage programs, ensuring seamless eligibility and benefits management while collaborating with vendors, stakeholders, and technology teams t...

Minnetonka, MNRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Tackle system build, support, and maintenance for Epic Inpatient Orders. Engage in enhancing workflows and managing inpatient provider billing while participating in upgrade cycles and on-call support...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $145K *

Elevate technical solutions by designing, building, and supporting Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management components. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality, maintainable solutions whi...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$177K - $290K *

Transform enterprise architecture by defining and implementing core frameworks, driving AI integration, and building consensus across teams. Lead the development of standards and strategies to support...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Salesforce Senior Developer, driving secure digital services for Colorado. Collaborate across the SDLC, enhance enterprise data tools, and innovate solutions that improve th...

Colorado, USRemote

4 days ago

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

$119K - $161K *

Shape the future of application security by leveraging your .NET expertise to enhance security practices, educate teams, and implement innovative tools in a dynamic, fast-paced environment focused on...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$143K - $214K *

Help us drive strategic value by transforming enterprise operations through innovative Workday solutions. Leverage your consulting expertise to foster relationships, align with partners, and lead impa...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $195K *

Elevate revenue growth by building strong relationships with law firms and corporations. Drive new business development through consultative sales, leveraging industry insights and collaboration with...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$116K - $210K *

Transform environmental remediation projects as a technical leader, guiding multidisciplinary teams through complex regulatory challenges, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders to ensure compl...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $220K *

Lead the charge in optimizing distribution networks to enhance efficiency, service performance, and cost-effectiveness. Drive strategic initiatives, evaluate operating models, and implement transforma...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior SQL DBA do?question toggle

    A Senior SQL DBA manages and improves database systems, commonly including SQL Server environments. The role often covers performance tuning, backups and recovery, security, upgrades, availability, migrations, and technical guidance for teams.

  • What qualifications are common for Senior SQL DBA jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically seek substantial database administration experience, advanced SQL skills, and knowledge of performance optimization, high availability, disaster recovery, and database security. Cloud platforms, automation, and mentoring experience may also be preferred.

  • How much do Senior SQL DBA jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay depends on location, industry, employer, and the role’s technical scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Senior SQL DBA opportunities.

  • Are Senior SQL DBA roles limited to SQL Server?question toggle

    Many roles focus on Microsoft SQL Server, but some employers value experience with other relational database platforms, cloud-managed databases, or hybrid environments. Review each job description for its specific technology requirements.

  • What career paths can follow a Senior SQL DBA role?question toggle

    Experienced Senior SQL DBAs may advance into database architecture, data platform engineering, database management, cloud infrastructure, or broader data infrastructure leadership.