This is sometimes possible Increasing numbers of database administrators undertake contract work. This requires at least five years experience. This is supplemented by short internal or external courses as appropriate. Career development Larger organisations may have structured career expectations. Larger projects may need more management from start to finish.
Opportunities exist in management, technical strategy and database architecture.
Much depends upon industry and location. If the computer is centralised, serving other locations, the work will involve travel. Overnight and weekend work is necessary as the job requires exclusive, undisturbed access to databases. Jobs are quite widely available Opportunities arise in scattered locations, mainly in large towns and cities. The working environment is informal.