Database Architects
SOC Code: 15-1243 Job Zone 4: Considerable Preparation Needed
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.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Database Architects. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $119,704 | $150,051 | $180,398 | $210,746 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $128,606 | $155,938 | $183,248 | $210,579 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV | $127,774 | $155,210 | $182,624 | $210,059 |
| Merced, CA | $117,374 | $147,680 | $178,006 | $208,312 |
| Fresno, CA | $116,272 | $146,827 | $177,382 | $207,938 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $123,136 | $151,320 | $179,483 | $207,667 |
| Salinas, CA | $116,251 | $146,557 | $176,862 | $207,168 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $121,722 | $150,010 | $178,298 | $206,586 |
| Modesto, CA | $120,910 | $149,344 | $177,778 | $206,211 |
| Stockton-Lodi, CA | $119,413 | $148,054 | $176,675 | $205,317 |
H-1B Filing Data
Top H-1B Employers
| Employer | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| IQVIA Inc. | 7 | $142,115 |
| Trident Seafoods Corporation | 5 | $194,000 |
| Stanford Health Care | 3 | $114,067 |
| Outcomes Operating, Inc. | 2 | $138,588 |
| Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC | 2 | $112,843 |
| Amazon.com Services LLC | 2 | $149,478 |
| IQVIA RDS Inc. | 2 | $163,360 |
| IQVIA Digital Inc. | 2 | $157,267 |
| BLIZZARD ENTERTAINMENT, INC. | 2 | $142,541 |
| AMAZON WEB SERVICES, INC. | 2 | $120,985 |
Filing Trend
| Year | Filings | Avg Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 10 | $133,818 |
| 2023 | 13 | $141,935 |
| 2024 | 22 | $141,150 |
| 2025 | 25 | $139,448 |
| 2026 | 3 | $186,667 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.9 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 3.9 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.9 | |
| Systems Analysis | 3.8 | |
| Speaking | 3.5 | |
| Active Listening | 3.5 | |
| Programming | 3.4 | |
| Active Learning | 3.2 | |
| Systems Evaluation | 3.2 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Computers and Electronics | 4.3 |
| Engineering and Technology | 4.0 |
| Design | 3.7 |
| Mathematics | 3.7 |
| English Language | 3.1 |
| Administration and Management | 2.9 |
| Education and Training | 2.6 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 2.3 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 76.2% |
| Doctoral degree | 14.3% |
| Some college | 4.8% |
| Master's degree | 4.8% |
Typical Tasks
- Provide technical support to junior staff or clients.
- Set up database clusters, backup, or recovery processes.
- Identify, evaluate and recommend hardware or software technologies to achieve desired database performance.
- Plan and install upgrades of database management system software to enhance database performance.
- Identify and correct deviations from database development standards.
- Document and communicate database schemas, using accepted notations.
- Develop or maintain archived procedures, procedural codes, or queries for applications.
- Develop load-balancing processes to eliminate down time for backup processes.
Technology Skills
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