What databases do DBA jobs require?

SQL Server and Oracle dominate enterprise. PostgreSQL is growing fast. Cloud-managed databases (RDS, Cloud SQL, Azure SQL) are increasingly common. Most DBA roles require deep expertise in at least one platform.

What salary can database administrators expect?

DBA salaries range from $80k for mid-level to $160k+ for senior DBAs. Oracle and SQL Server specialists at financial institutions earn the highest.

Is DBA still a good career in the cloud era?

Yes - while managed services reduce routine maintenance, companies still need experts for performance tuning, data modeling, migration, security, and disaster recovery. The role is evolving, not disappearing.

1,112+ JobsUpdated Apr 22, 2026

Database Administrator Jobs

Database administrators manage the data layer that powers business applications - handling performance tuning, backups, replication, security, and high availability. These positions cover traditional on-premise databases and modern cloud-managed services.

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Salary Range

$0k – $242k

Top Companies

Chenega MIOS SBU, Leidos, ActioNet, Carvana, Johns Hopkins Medicine, UBC The University of British Columbia +40 more

Job Types

96% Full Time, 4% Contract

Top Locations

Washington, CA, McLean, Falls Church

Work Model

86% On-Site, 10% Hybrid, 4% Remote

Experience Levels

64% Mid Level, 18% Senior, 8% Junior

We found 1,112 database administrator jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, CA, McLean. Salaries range from $0k to $242k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (86%), Hybrid (10%), Remote (4%). Top employers include Chenega MIOS SBU, Leidos, ActioNet and 43 other companies.

Companies Hiring for Database Administrator Jobs

Chenega MIOS SBU2 jobs

Leidos2 jobs

ActioNet2 jobs

Carvana2 jobs

Johns Hopkins Medicine1 job

UBC The University of British Columbia1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$63k–$67k

4 jobs

Mid Level

$80k–$150k

32 jobs

Senior

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Lead

Salary varies

1 job

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