What is the difference between DBA and DBE?
DBA responsibilities
Maintain, secure, and operate databases; Ensure data is stored and retrieved correctly;
Manage backups; Address problems as they arise; Manage data access;
Work with developers to design and implement new features; Troubleshoot any issues.
DBE responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and optimize the database system;
Design and implement the physical and logical structure of databases;
Develop and maintain database scripts and automation;
Ensure data quality, security, performance, scalability, and reliability.
DBEs use programming languages, frameworks, and tools to create and modify database schemas, queries, functions, triggers, and procedures.
The choice between hiring a DBA or a DBE depends on the required tasks and expected future tasks. For example, you might hire a DBE if the project is moving from a legacy to a modern stack.