Database Administrator jobs

There are currently 101 Database Administrator jobs available on kibo.careers. 74% of current openings are remote roles. The median salary for database administrator roles is $175,450.

Latest Database Administrator jobs

  • BrainRocket
    BrainRocket·29 days ago

    Database Administrator (MySQL)

    • Remote • Lisbon, Portugal
    • Full Time
    • Min. 5 YOE
  • Database Engineer

    • Remote • Arlington County, Arlington, VA, USA
    • Full Time
    • $86,400 – $176,200/year
    • Min. 4 YOE
  • Senior Database Engineer

    • Remote • Arlington County, Arlington, VA, USA
    • Full Time
    • $148,800 – $306,500/year
    • Min. 8 YOE
  • Western Digital
    Western Digital·29 days ago

    6+ years Database Administrator ( SQL Server and PostgreSQL)

    • On-site • Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
    • Full Time
    • Min. 6 YOE
  • GHX
    GHX·1 month ago

    Senior Database Operations Engineer

    • Remote • Hyderabad, Telangana, India
    • Full Time
    • Min. 5 YOE
  • GHX
    GHX·1 month ago

    Database Operations Engineer III

    • Remote • Hyderabad, Telangana, India
    • Full Time
    • Min. 2 YOE
  • Experian
    Experian·1 month ago

    Database Administrator

    • Hybrid • Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia
    • Full Time
    • Min. 2 YOE
  • Innovecs
    Innovecs·1 month ago

    Senior Database Engineer

    • Full Time
  • Innovecs
    Innovecs·1 month ago

    Senior Database Engineer

    • Full Time

How much do Database Administrator jobs pay?

Compensation range and 12-month salary trend for this role.

Read full Database Administrator salary guide

Median salary

$175,450

25th percentile

$124,150

75th percentile

$226,825

Salary disclosed

27%

27 listings

12-month salary trend

Median salary has trended upward since Apr 26 (+2%).

Most requested skills for Database Administrator jobs

Most common technologies and tools across current postings.

What does a Database Administrator do?

A Database Administrator (DBA) is a specialized IT professional responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and security of an organization's databases. They ensure that data is available, consistent, and safe from unauthorized access. This role is crucial for any business that relies on data to operate, from small startups to large multinational corporations.

Database Administrator seniority mix

Distribution of opportunities across experience levels.

Mid

53

52% of market

Senior

26

26% of market

Lead

10

10% of market

Entry

3

3% of market

Principal

1

1% of market

Staff

1

1% of market

Database Administrator market insights

Summary of demand, work style, and skill signals for this role.

Active jobs

101

Hiring companies

69

Most common work style

Remote

Top skill signal

Postgres (42%)

Companies hiring Database Administrator

Top employers currently posting openings for this role.

  • MetroStar
    MetroStar·1 month ago

    Sr. Database Engineer I (Security Focus)

    • Remote • Washington, DC, USA
    • Full Time
    • $138,000 – $162,000/year
    • Min. 5 YOE
  • MetroStar
    MetroStar·1 month ago

    Sr. Database Engineer I (Clearable)

    • Remote • Washington, DC, USA
    • Full Time
    • $170,000 – $239,000/year
    • Min. 5 YOE
  • MetroStar
    MetroStar·1 month ago

    Sr. Database Engineer I (6557)

    • Remote • Washington, DC, USA
    • Full Time
    • $170,000 – $239,000/year
    • Min. 5 YOE
  • DigitalOcean
    DigitalOcean·1 month ago

    Customer Success Engineer, Database (2nd Shift)

    • Remote • Denver, CO, USA
    • Full Time
    • $75,200 – $94,000/year
    • Min. 2 YOE
  • DigitalOcean
    DigitalOcean·1 month ago

    Customer Success Engineer II - Database

    • Remote
    • Full Time
    • Min. 2 YOE
  • DigitalOcean
    DigitalOcean·1 month ago

    Principal Engineer (Managed Database Services)

    • Remote • Denver, CO, USA
    • Full Time
    • $198,000 – $297,000/year
    • Min. 12 YOE

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FAQ

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How strong is demand for Database Administrator jobs right now?

We are currently tracking 101 active postings across 69 companies for Database Administrator jobs. Start with the highest-volume roles and top hiring companies on this page, then narrow with filters that stay aligned to this search.

What salary range is typical for Database Administrator jobs?

Among listings with salary data on this page, typical compensation sits between $124,150 and $226,825, with a midpoint around $175,450. Use seniority and location filters to compare like-for-like roles.

Is hiring momentum improving for Database Administrator jobs?

Hiring has cooled for Database Administrator jobs: 4 new postings in the last 30 days compared with 95 in the prior 30-day window.

Where should I apply for Database Administrator jobs?

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