We surveyed 209 database architects to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical database architect. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a database architect?
Low
High
Working as a database architect typically requires higher levels of intelligence when compared with the average career. This means that database architects are required to actively learn new things related to their discipline and solve complex problems.
Can I learn to become a database architect?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a database architect typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a database architect?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a database architect. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for database architects.
Do database architects work full-time or part-time?
84% of database architects work in full-time roles while 16% work part-time.