15-1243.00

Database Administrators and Architects

Administer, test, and implement computer databases. Coordinate changes to computer databases and test and implement the database applying knowledge of database management systems.

6.5OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Moderate Risk

AI will significantly reshape this role

Safer than 77% of occupations we track

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 58% probability of automation for this role
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77%
of jobs safer
32
jobs riskier than this
+9.0%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Hybrid Threat

Both AI software and physical automation threaten different aspects of this role, creating a compound risk from multiple directions.

AI query optimization, automated schema design tools (AWS Aurora Autopilot, Azure SQL AI), and intelligent monitoring platforms are automating routine DBA work. However, designing complex multi-system architectures, migrating legacy databases, and ensuring data governance in regulated industries still require experienced database professionals.

Disrupted byBoston DynamicsChatGPT / GPT-4oAmazon Robotics

Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$112,120
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+9.0%
Faster than average
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
Job Zone 4 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (1)
Mixed
Critical Thinking80%
Active Learning75%
Complex Problem Solving78%
Judgment and Decision Making82%
Reading Comprehension72%

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Moderate Risk
65% automation risk

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →