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Photo by Science in HD on UnsplashWhat is a database manager? What do they do? Is it the right path for me?
What Is A Database Manager?
A database manager's duties include tasks like:
• Developing and maintaining organizations' databases
• Creating data storage and retrieval systems
• Troubleshooting database issues
• Implementing database recovery procedures and safety protocols
• Supervising the daily activities of database teams
What Is A Day Of A Database Manager Like?
A day of a database manager might look like this:
9:00am: Maintain database results by setting and enforcing standards and controls
9:30am: Train and manage junior staff in your team
10:30am: Set up and test new database and data handling systems
12pm: Lunch break
1pm: Develop protocols for data processing
1:30pm: Meetings with the team
2:30pm: Afternoon coffee
3:00pm: Complete information systems and organize results
4:00pm: Design and prepare reports for management
Quiz
What is a database manager the least likely to do in a workday?
A database manager will have to maintain databases, work out database problems, plan for database architecture, and also lead and manage the database team to achieve the goal. Planning staff gatherings would not be on their agenda!
What Skills Does A Database Manager Need?
A database manager should have:
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Strong leadership skills
Understanding of SQL
Extensive knowledge of database architecture
Did you know?
The average salary of a database manager in the United States (in USD) is $89,930 and the top 10% earn up to $132,420. The average hourly rate is $43.24.You'll Love It If You...
Photo by James Pond on Unsplash• Like to edit or tweak a plan and build up from units
• Like to be in charge of goal-setting
• Like to work with numbers, charts, and tables
Quiz
Which person might not have much fun being a database manager?
Working all on your own won't be the case for a database manager. A database manager needs to supervise database teams and sometimes negotiate. Editing plans and working with numbers are also core parts of the job!
You'll Hate It If You ...
• Don't like numbers, graphs and analytical tools
• Don't like dealing with computers, software, and formulations
• Prefer working independently
• Don't feel comfortable leading a team or negotiating
Take Action
If it sounds like a database manager could be a good path for you:
This Byte has been authored by
Fay Hsueh
Instructional Designer