career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Database Architects and Purchasing Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Database Architects | Purchasing Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 15-1243 | 11-3061 |
| title | Database Architects | Purchasing Managers |
| onet code | 15-1243.00 | 11-3061.00 |
| description | 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. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services. Includes wholesale or retail trade merchandising managers and procurement managers. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 15 | 11 |
| tot emp | 64,770 | 81,240 |
| a mean | 142,620 | 150,630 |
| a median | 135,980 | 139,510 |
| a pct10 | 81,630 | 85,500 |
| a pct25 | 107,900 | 107,430 |
| a pct75 | 169,480 | 175,460 |
| a pct90 | 209,990 | 219,140 |
| h mean | 68 | 72 |
| h median | 65 | 67 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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