31 Senior database administrator jobs in Columbus, OH


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The qualifications that you need to become a senior database administrator (senior DBA) include an IT-related degree and technical skills. You can start this career with a bachelor's degree in IT, computer science, or a related subject. Some employers prefer candidates with a master's degree, although experience may be acceptable in place of advanced educational qualifications. While not always required, vendors such as Microsoft and Oracle offer additional database admin certifications. A senior database administrator needs troubleshooting skills and the ability to manage other employees. You also need the ability to train non-technical employees to access data and use apps. While this job does not usually involve programming, you should be familiar with common computer languages.

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Top Types Of Senior Database Administrator Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Senior Database Administrator positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Senior Sql Dba

    Salary range: $118,500 - $140,000

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  • Senior Azure Database Administrator

    Salary range: $99,500 - $137,000

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  • Senior Oracle Database Administrator

    Salary range: $113,500 - $146,500

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  • Sql Dba Manager

    Salary range: $42,000 - $68,500

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  • Work From Home Sql Server Database Administrator Dba

    Salary range: $100,000 - $125,000

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  • Remote Sql Server Dba

    Salary range: $108,500 - $131,500

    As a remote SQL server DBA, you work from home to monitor a network that uses Microsoft's structured query language for its primary databases. In your role as a database administrator, you help keep databases secure, troubleshoot live issues, work with system administrators to ensure database changes are in-line with operational needs, maintain documentation of the database environment and infrastructure, and ensure 24/7 database availability. Other duties may include mentoring new team members in a virtual environment to help them develop the skills they need. Most remote SQL server DBAs work on-call on a rotating schedule.

  • Nosql Database Administrator

    Salary range: $80,000 - $123,000

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  • Remote Sql Dba

    Salary range: $100,000 - $125,000

    As a remote SQL DBA, you work with a company, organization, or another small and large business to manage and improve database systems. Using the SQL programming language and related software, you organize and develop solutions to enable IT staff to quickly troubleshoot problems and access and store data in a variety of ways. Other responsibilities include ensuring safe and secure data storage for proprietary information. As a remote worker, you carry out your duties via a home computer, communicating with management and stakeholders regarding data access, storage, recovery, and any issue arising with database administration.

  • Principal Oracle Dba

    Salary range: $101,500 - $138,000

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  • Director Oracle Cyber Security

    Salary range: $111,000 - $150,000

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