Database Administrator jobs in the United States

Updated November 4, 2026

Find database administrator jobs in the United States from company career pages, all in one list, including roles that never reach LinkedIn or Indeed. Employers also post this role as DBA, Database Engineer, SQL Server DBA and Oracle DBA.

Latest Database Administrator jobs in the United States

Database Administrator jobs in the United States at a glance

Companies hiring
Cgsfederal, LEIDOS, INC, Accenture Federal Services, O'Reilly Auto Enterprises, Chainguard and Ngc
Cities
Annapolis Junction, Baltimore, Arlington, Headquarters and United States-Colorado-Aurora
Work setup
On-site and remote
Levels
Senior to lead
Job types
Full-time
Skills in demand
PostgreSQL, Database Administration, Database Design, SQL DBA, Systems Analyst, ESI Processing, file manipulations, conversions
Posted pay
$108K–$195K a year

Based on the newest listings. Not every posting states pay, level, or skills.

About Database Administrator jobs

Database administrators keep databases secure, backed up, and fast. Postings usually name the database, such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, or SQL Server, and ask for tuning, replication, and recovery experience.

Also posted as

  • DBA
  • Database Engineer
  • SQL Server DBA
  • Oracle DBA
  • PostgreSQL DBA

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Database Administrator jobs in the United States: questions

Where can I find Database Administrator jobs in the United States?

JobLookout collects Database Administrator openings in the United States from company career pages and puts them in one list, including roles that never get posted on LinkedIn or Indeed. Open a role and apply on the company's career page.

Which companies have Database Administrator jobs in the United States?

Recent listings include roles at Cgsfederal, LEIDOS, INC, Accenture Federal Services, O'Reilly Auto Enterprises, Chainguard and Ngc. The company name is on every listing, so you always know who is hiring.

Where in the United States are Database Administrator jobs?

Recent listings are in Annapolis Junction, Baltimore, Arlington, Headquarters and United States-Colorado-Aurora, plus remote roles open to people based in the United States.

Are there remote Database Administrator jobs in the United States?

Yes. Recent remote listings include roles at Chainguard. On-site roles are listed too. The work-mode filter narrows the list to remote only.

What skills do Database Administrator jobs in the United States ask for?

Skills that come up most in recent listings: PostgreSQL, Database Administration, Database Design, SQL DBA, Systems Analyst, ESI Processing, file manipulations, conversions. Each posting lists its own requirements, so read the full description before you apply.

How much do Database Administrator jobs in the United States pay?

Among recent listings that show pay, the typical posted range is $108K–$195K a year. Many postings leave pay out, and the range depends on level and location.

What job titles count as Database Administrator?

This list groups related titles, including DBA, Database Engineer, SQL Server DBA, Oracle DBA and PostgreSQL DBA, so you are not searching one keyword at a time.

Can I find entry-level or senior Database Administrator jobs in the United States?

Recent listings range from senior to lead. Experience level is a filter, from intern and new grad through entry, mid, senior, lead, and director, so you only see Database Administrator roles at your level.

Are there part-time, contract, or internship Database Administrator roles in the United States?

Employment type is its own filter: full-time, part-time, contract, and internship. Pick the one you want and the rest drop out of your list.

Are these only jobs in the United States?

Yes. This page is Database Administrator openings located in the United States, including remote roles that still require the United States.

Can I see Database Administrator jobs in other countries?

Yes. Database Administrator jobs are also listed for India, Mexico and Canada. You can switch the country at any time.

What should I check in a Database Administrator job posting?

Worth checking before you apply: the team and the product, not only the word engineer; whether the stack in the posting matches work you have done; on-call, timezone, and office expectations written under the title.

How do I apply to Database Administrator jobs in the United States?

Open a role from your list and follow its apply link to the company's career page. You complete the application there.

How often are Database Administrator jobs in the United States updated?

This page refreshes every hour, and new openings are added as they appear on company career pages. Sort the full list by date to see the newest first.

Do I need an account to browse Database Administrator jobs in the United States?

No. You can open the list, read a role, and apply on the company site without an account. An account is only used for saved jobs, Copilot, and the resume tools.

Can JobLookout help with my resume for Database Administrator jobs?

Yes. Paid plans include resume tools, including tailoring your resume to a specific posting before you apply.

What roles are similar to Database Administrator?

Similar roles include Software Engineer, Backend Engineer, Frontend Engineer, Full Stack Engineer and Software Architect.