Database Administrator salary in Chicago
Average Base Salary in Chicago
$136,500
$22,250
Additional Cash Compensation
$158,750
Total Compensation
Median: $137K
Min: $95K
Max: $166K
How Much Does a Database Administrator Make in Chicago?
The average salary for a Database Administrator in Chicago is $136,500. The average additional cash compensation for a Database Administrator in Chicago is $22,250. The average total compensation for a Database Administrator in Chicago is $158,750. Database Administrator salaries are based on responses gathered by Built In Chicago from anonymous Database Administrator employees in Chicago.
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Database Administrator jobs in Chicago
Sr. Database Administrator
+28
Sr. Database Administrator
Location: Chicago or Denver, or possibly elsewhere.
Cooler Screens was founded on the core idea that consumers deserve a far better experience than what is available today in brick-and-mortar retail. We call this concept “CX” and it guides all that we do. We have begun the CX journey by bringing what consumers love about shopping on-line to the frozen and refrigerated food aisle.
Cooler Screens is re
Oracle Database Administrator
+49
Summary
The Oracle Database Administrator will also be responsible for the Oracle Database performance tuning, Database High Availability design and implementation, and PLSQL/Perl/shell programming. The Oracle Database Administrator is responsible for tasks such as development of best practices, repeatable procedures, as well as day-to-day database activities.
Responsibilities
Supporting Data Conversions teams with source data
Working with
GoldenGate Database Administrator/Developer
+49
Summary
The Oracle Database Administrator & GoldenGate Developer will have solid experience in design, build and support of Golden Gate Solutions for one of our large Utility clients. This position will also be responsible for the Oracle Database performance tuning, Database High Availability design and implementation, and PLSQL/Perl/shell programming. The Oracle Database Administrator and GoldenGate Developer is responsible for tasks such as
Senior Database Administrator
+14
Provide consultation, guidance, and support across new and existing database technologies.
Create standards for how data will be stored and consumed.
Design and implement highly available database architectures using proven frameworks and tools.
Responsible for the security, availability and reliability of all data stores.
Enhance and optimize existing databases for peak performance.
Solve complex technical issues involving multiple technology stacks.
Provide documentation and training to other Engineering stakeholders.
Work in tandem with our engineering team to identify and implement the most optimal data management.
MongoDB Database Administrator
+38
The ideal candidate will have a strong computer science background to successfully run ad hoc queries that follow a specific set of requirements as requested by software developers. The candidate will have knowledge of data structures, networking, algorithms, programming, parallelization, systems architecture, MongoDB aggregation pipeline, MongoDB replica set configuration, and document-based storage. Additionally, the candidate will be a problem-solver, communicative, and detail-oriented.
CA Datacom Systems Programmer and Database Administrator
+38
The successful candidate will perform mainframe database software upgrades coupled with administration and tuning to support our customers’ CA Datacom environments.
The individual will need to work with vendor personnel to achieve timely solutions of database problems.
The individual will be responsible for day-to-day database maintenance such as database definition changes, backups and restores, monitoring space growth, database reorganizations, creating and maintaining disaster recovery procedures and overall support of customer needs and requests.
The successful candidate will be called upon to perform a variety of tasks including database optimization, database performance reviews and tuning, and new client onboarding.
The individual will provide 24x7 on call support as part of a scheduled rotation with other team members.
The individual will maintain documentation for all the tasks completed on a regular basis and adhere the change management policy.
System programming knowledge of multiple DBMS’s is a bonus.
Database Administrator Salary ranges
The most common Database Administrator salary in Chicago is between $130k - $140k.
Average Database Administrator Salary by Company Size
People with the job title Database Administrator make the most at companies with 201-500 employees, earning $142,000 on average.
Database Administrator Salary by gender
The average Database Administrator salary for women is $95,000 and the average Database Administrator salary for men is $141,833.
Database Administrator Salary by Years of Experience
The average salary for a Database Administrator with 7+ years of experience is $146,000.
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|---|---|---|
| QA Analyst | $72,908 | Min: $42K Max: $120K |
| Junior Software Engineer | $84,452 | Min: $63K Max: $130K |
| QA Engineer | $87,130 | Min: $0K Max: $135K |
| Software Test Engineer | $91,661 | Min: $55K Max: $140K |
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| Front End Developer | $99,591 | Min: $55K Max: $240K |
| iOS Developer | $103,330 | Min: $52K Max: $160K |
| Automation Engineer | $107,125 | Min: $65K Max: $240K |
| Software Engineer | $107,515 | Min: $60K Max: $248K |
| Site Reliability Engineer | $112,875 | Min: $85K Max: $150K |
| Security Engineer | $113,586 | Min: $80K Max: $160K |
| Sales Engineer | $114,117 | Min: $55K Max: $220K |
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| Game Developer | $118,250 | Min: $85K Max: $136K |
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| QA Manager | $121,960 | Min: $78K Max: $170K |
| Systems Engineer | $124,350 | Min: $65K Max: $190K |
| Senior Software Engineer | $133,929 | Min: $90K Max: $185K |
| Database Administrator | $136,500 | Min: $95K Max: $166K |
| Lead Software Engineer | $138,212 | Min: $95K Max: $175K |
| Data Architect | $142,188 | Min: $68K Max: $215K |
| Engineering Manager | $149,881 | Min: $77K Max: $221K |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $156,250 | Min: $125K Max: $220K |
| Principal Software Engineer | $157,024 | Min: $120K Max: $225K |
| Hardware Engineer | $157,938 | Min: $85K Max: $253K |
| Data Engineering Manager | $161,175 | Min: $110K Max: $210K |
| Director of Software Engineering | $181,584 | Min: $130K Max: $275K |
| CTO (Chief Technology Officer) | $200,245 | Min: $110K Max: $310K |
| Vice President of Engineering | $204,198 | Min: $125K Max: $500K |
Recent Database Administrator salaries in Chicago
$146,000
Yearly Salary
A Senior Staff DBA reported a yearly salary of $146,000 with +$35,000 in additional cash compensation
7+ Years of Experience
Prefer not to say
201-500 Employees
Chicago
$95,000
Yearly Salary
A Senior Software Engineer reported a yearly salary of $95,000 with +$9,500 in additional cash compensation
5-7 Years of Experience
Female
51-200 Employees
Chicago
$137,000
Yearly Salary
A Server Database Service Engineer reported a yearly salary of $137,000
5-7 Years of Experience
Male
1,000+ Employees
Chicago
$130,000
Yearly Salary
A Database Administrator reported a yearly salary of $130,000
7+ Years of Experience
Male
501-1,000 Employees
Chicago
$138,000
Yearly Salary
A Database Administrator reported a yearly salary of $138,000
5-7 Years of Experience
Male
501-1,000 Employees
Chicago
$138,000
Yearly Salary
A Database Administrator reported a yearly salary of $138,000
5-7 Years of Experience
Male
201-500 Employees
Chicago
$142,000
Yearly Salary
A Database Administrator reported a yearly salary of $142,000
7+ Years of Experience
Male
51-200 Employees
Chicago
$166,000
Yearly Salary
A Database Administrator reported a yearly salary of $166,000
7+ Years of Experience
Male
51-200 Employees
Chicago
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