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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$141K - $229K *

Empower technology leaders by leading research on public cloud strategies, architectures, and market dynamics. Drive actionable insights to enhance enterprise cloud adoption and optimize business outc...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead and mentor DevOps teams to drive cloud modernization and operational excellence. Champion best practices, manage large-scale migrations, and foster a culture of innovation while aligning technica...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the maintenance and support of existing software products while ensuring stability and responsiveness to customer needs. Collaborate across teams to enhance features and contribute to future...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of finance by optimizing data pipelines, enhancing reporting systems, and collaborating with stakeholders. Drive insights and analytics to improve financial proce...

CanadaRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $143K *

Join a team that's redefining release engineering by optimizing CI/CD pipelines, integrating AI solutions, and ensuring high-quality software delivery through innovative automation and collaboration w...

Ottawa, ONRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive client success by supporting performance reporting systems, ensuring data accuracy, and facilitating new advisor integrations in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Proactively enhance proc...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$272K - $374K *

Lead enterprise sales for a strategic portfolio of accounts in critical markets. Drive revenue growth by expanding existing clients and acquiring new customers, while collaborating with C-level execut...

Arizona, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by designing and maintaining automation frameworks that enhance software reliability and delivery speed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure complian...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $210K *

Drive impactful projects as a Power Platform Consultant, collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions for high-profile clients while advancing your career with cutting-edge techno...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$272K - $374K *

Lead strategic sales initiatives within large Healthcare accounts, driving innovation and value through deep product knowledge. Collaborate with key stakeholders to exceed revenue targets and enhance...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $330K *

Unlock potential by leading high-performing solution engineering teams in Financial Services. Drive pre-sales strategies, mentor talent, and enhance customer experiences through innovative AI solution...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Shape the future of IT operations by bridging infrastructure and development teams. Utilize your expertise in ServiceNow ITOM to analyze requirements, streamline processes, and enhance operational eff...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Engineer transformative solutions by integrating cutting-edge APIs into enterprise systems. Collaborate closely with clients to deploy production software efficiently while leveraging modern AI tools...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $170K *

Drive cloud security innovation by establishing best practices, building security tools, and collaborating with development teams to embed security in design. Ensure compliance and protection across c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$171K - $205K *

Advance your career by leading technical sales for federal agencies. Utilize Cloudera technologies to create impactful data solutions, nurture customer relationships, and drive innovation in the publi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $103K *

Optimize and maintain Cognos and Informatica applications across multiple client environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure timely updates while adher...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in expanding narrow banking solutions across global financial markets. Engage institutional clients to optimize capital flows and enhance digital asset integrations, driving strategic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $275K *

Lead multi-domain technical strategies and solutions, guiding clients to align technology with business goals. Mentor teams while owning solution architecture through the entire lifecycle, ensuring co...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $125K *

Elevate your career by leveraging data insights to drive business growth. As a senior analyst, you'll independently conduct analyses, coach others, and translate complex data into actionable strategie...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $190K *

Shape the future of our technology landscape by architecting scalable, secure systems that empower a high-growth environment through innovative SaaS and AI strategies. Lead the implementation of best...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $195K *

Champion innovative automation solutions by analyzing and documenting business processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows and deliver high-quality RPA implementations tha...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $160K *

Engineer secure and resilient multi-cloud environments while collaborating with product teams. Adapt designs to support rapid change in a late-stage startup, ensuring safety and performance in AI-driv...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining customer success in cybersecurity, driving engagement, onboarding, and adoption through innovative solutions. This role combines communication, relationship management, a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$201K - $277K *

Champion growth by leading a team of Inside Domain Consultants, driving technical excellence and strategic initiatives to enhance customer value and revenue. Collaborate with sales to deliver innovati...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Execute complex enterprise implementations, translating customer needs into actionable strategies. Leverage your expertise to connect teams and drive successful onboarding while enhancing customer sat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.