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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$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on health and safety compliance. Lead initiatives across facilities, manage risks, and foster a culture of safety while collaborating with diverse teams to...

Dallas, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize application performance and user experience by leading implementation, configuration, and support efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders and mentor junior staff to enhance operational efficie...

Miami, FLRemote

4 days ago

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

$178K - $285K *

Join a team that's driving success in federal sales by managing key accounts, advocating for customer needs, and leveraging your expertise in storage networking to achieve revenue goals across the US...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $229K *

Lead the charge in managing creative projects from inception to delivery, ensuring alignment with brand standards. Collaborate across teams to optimize workflows and maintain quality control for all a...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the Corporate FP&A function, overseeing forecast consolidation, monthly reporting, and financial analysis. Collaborate with finance and business partners to ensure accuracy and transparency in fi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform product vision into reality by leading the Encoder solution, managing backlogs, and collaborating with stakeholders to maximize value and user satisfaction. Drive strategic decisions and ens...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $138K *

Elevate client relationships by leading innovative benefits consulting that transforms industry standards. Champion strategic execution and mentor teams while navigating complex challenges to deliver...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving customer adoption of Data Engineering solutions while exceeding sales targets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tailor strategies that optimize Snowflake's Data L...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$243K - $318K *

Transform AI innovation by partnering with clients, developing AI/ML solutions, and leading engineering efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance business outcomes and mentor teams, all withi...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a technical team to enhance collaboration tools in a dynamic, cloud-based environment. Engage with federal clients, drive Agile practices, and ensure toolset efficiency...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Data Scientist, leveraging AI and analytics to solve complex business challenges. Collaborate cross-functionally to build data-driven solutions that enhance decision-making an...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $177K *

Innovate your career by architecting Zero Trust environments and driving compliance strategies. Leverage your expertise in cybersecurity to enhance enterprise security frameworks while collaborating w...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $215K *

Help us drive new business sales in a dynamic SaaS environment by building relationships with C-suite executives, strategizing account plans, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance client cyber...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $162K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering by influencing product teams and driving insights. Collaborate with experts to enhance data quality and governance while developing innovative...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $166K *

Drive security excellence by partnering with product teams to embed security practices throughout the development lifecycle, focusing on AI features and risk mitigation to protect millions of users gl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance software development by leading projects, mentoring engineers, and architecting solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance and functionality while staying updated on technology...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $250K *

Transform customer experiences by leading technical sales solutions for wireless routers and managed services. Collaborate with partners and clients across diverse industries, ensuring optimal connect...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $196K *

Unlock psychometric expertise to lead proposal strategies and craft technical documents, ensuring alignment with educational measurement principles for successful assessment products in competitive ma...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$81K - $138K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing global demand generation campaigns across digital, email, and media channels, driving measurable growth and optimizing strategies to achieve revenue goals i...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion security excellence by driving secure SDLC practices, managing compliance, and leading incident response. Collaborate with DevOps and ensure robust risk management practices to protect vital...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer experiences by designing, integrating, and optimizing innovative automation solutions. Collaborate with diverse clients to deliver technical excellence and enhance service delivery...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform your career by leading the development of scalable data solutions on Google Cloud Platform. Leverage your Terraform expertise to create robust data pipelines while mentoring team members and...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $270K *

Empower the growth of MSSP partnerships by driving adoption, building relationships, and integrating solutions. Collaborate with partners to enhance technical offerings and ensure success through trai...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the development of innovative hardware solutions, leading mixed-signal design and PCB creation while collaborating with cross-functional teams from architecture to production. Ensure robust, saf...

Palm Beach, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Structural Engineer, leading innovative design for hyperscale data centers. Leverage your expertise in concrete and steel structures to deliver impactful projects while...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

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

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.