Database Administration
What is a database administrator?
Database administrators are tasked with ensuring that data analysts can effectively use a given database for the purpose of storing and retrieving information. Additionally, an administrator’s role typically involves maintaining the integrity and functionality of a database and making sure it works properly for those who use it.
How do you hire a database administrator?
You can source database administrator talent on Upwork by following these three steps:
- Write a project description. You’ll want to determine your scope of work and the skills and requirements you are looking for in a database administrator.
- Post it on Upwork. Once you’ve written a project description, post it to Upwork. Simply follow the prompts to help you input the information you collected to scope out your project.
- Shortlist and interview database administrators. Once the proposals start coming in, create a shortlist of the professionals you want to interview.
Of these three steps, your project description is where you will determine your scope of work and the specific type of database administrator you need to complete your project.
How much does it cost to hire a database administrator?
Rates can vary due to many factors, including expertise and experience, location, and market conditions.
- An experienced database administrator may command higher fees but also work faster, have more-specialized areas of expertise, and deliver higher-quality work.
- A contractor who is still in the process of building a client base may price their database administrator services more competitively.
Which one is right for you will depend on the specifics of your project.
How do you write a database administrator job post?
Your job post is your chance to describe your project scope, budget, and talent needs. Although you don’t need a full job description as you would when hiring an employee, aim to provide enough detail for a contractor to know if they’re the right fit for the project.
Job post title
Create a simple title that describes exactly what you’re looking for. The idea is to target the keywords that your ideal candidate is likely to type into a job search bar to find your project. Here are some sample database administrator job post titles:
- Need help creating and maintaining company database
- Looking for Microsoft SQL database expert
- Microsoft Access genius needed to convert Excel data into Access
Project description
An effective database administrator job post should include:
- Scope of work: From Access programming to building automatic queries, list all the deliverables you’ll need.
- Project length: Your job post should indicate whether this is a smaller or larger project.
- Background: If you prefer experience with certain industries, software, or platforms, mention this here.
- Budget: Set a budget and note your preference for hourly rates vs. fixed-price contracts.
Database administrator job responsibilities
Here are some examples of database administrator job responsibilities:
- Manage all database responsibilities, including development, staging, and production environments
- Restore service to databases as outages occur, including after hours and on weekends
- Perform technical analysis and troubleshooting to resolve complex database problems
Database administrator job requirements and qualifications
Be sure to include any requirements and qualifications you’re looking for in database administrator. Here are some examples:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Undergraduate or technical degree in computer engineering or computer science
- Minimum of 5 years proven SQL server-database experience