Data Architect
Design strategies for enterprise databases, data warehouse systems, and multidimensional networks. Set standards for database operations, programming, query processes, and security. Model, design, and construct large relational databases or data warehouses. Create and optimize data models for warehouse infrastructure and workflow. Integrate new systems with existing warehouse structure and refine system performance and functionality.
At a Glance
Data Architect earns an average of $75,570/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 6.4–7.2 years. Top skills: Data Architecture, SQL (Programming Language), Extract Transform Load (ETL).
$75,570/yr
Bachelor's degree
6.4–7.2 years
12
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Database Architects
Median Wage
$135,980/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+8.7%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (24)
Data Architecture
SQL (Programming Language)
Extract Transform Load (ETL)
Business Intelligence
Data Warehousing
Data Modeling
Data Warehouse Design
R (Programming Language)
Algorithms
Relational Database Management Systems
Software Design Patterns
Computer Science
Database Design
Database Tuning
Microsoft SQL Servers
Data Structures
Python (Programming Language)
Data Quality
Database Administration
Business Requirements
Technical Design
Stored Procedure
Common Skills (6)
Communication
Planning
Management
Information Technology
Research
Multitasking
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