Database Administrator
65AI USED FOR65%moving to95%
THE DOOR, NOWC
THE DOOR, 20 YRSE
STARTING PAY£30,000 - £35,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Not every change means going back to a classroom. Name the job you do now and see the careers whose day-to-day work already overlaps yours, with the shared tasks shown so you can judge the match yourself. Measured August 2026.
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8 moves your day-to-day already reaches
Each one shares real tasks with your job and sits in a better position against AI: less of the work already automated, or something structural protecting it that your job does not have. The shared tasks are quoted underneath, in both jobs' own words, so you can judge the match rather than trust a score.
Information Technology Operations Director
30AI USED FOR
5 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 35 points less of this work than yours (30% against your 65%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Monitor and optimize database performance to ensure efficient data retrieval and storage.THIS JOB Monitor and report on IT performance metrics to stakeholders, providing insights for strategic decisions.shared: monitor, performance
- YOUR JOB Implement security measures to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access.THIS JOB Ensure the security of IT systems and data through robust policies and compliance measures.shared: security, measur
- YOUR JOB Collaborate with development teams to design and implement database solutions that meet project requirements.THIS JOB Coordinate with other departments to identify and implement technology solutions that support their needs.shared: impl, solution
Network Engineer
52AI USED FOR
5 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 13 points less of this work than yours (52% against your 65%). The door for a new entrant is C - hard; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Document database configurations, procedures, and policies for compliance and training purposes.THIS JOB Document network configurations and changes for compliance and future reference.shared: document, configur, compliance
- YOUR JOB Monitor and optimize database performance to ensure efficient data retrieval and storage.THIS JOB Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to maintain uptime and reliability.shared: monitor, performance
- YOUR JOB Collaborate with development teams to design and implement database solutions that meet project requirements.THIS JOB Design, implement, and manage network configurations to ensure optimal performance.shared: design, impl
Broadcast Engineer
19AI USED FOR
4 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 46 points less of this work than yours (19% against your 65%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Monitor and optimize database performance to ensure efficient data retrieval and storage.THIS JOB Monitor signal quality and performance metrics to ensure compliance with industry standards.shared: monitor, performance
- YOUR JOB Collaborate with development teams to design and implement database solutions that meet project requirements.THIS JOB Collaborate with production teams to understand their technical needs and provide solutions.shared: collaborate, solution
- YOUR JOB Troubleshoot database issues and resolve incidents promptly to minimize downtime.THIS JOB Troubleshoot technical issues during live broadcasts to ensure smooth operation.shared: troubleshoot, issu
Senior Police Officer
20AI USED FOR
4 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 45 points less of this work than yours (20% against your 65%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Monitor and optimize database performance to ensure efficient data retrieval and storage.THIS JOB Monitor and evaluate the performance of police operations, making data-driven decisions to enhance efficiency.shared: monitor, performance, data
- YOUR JOB Perform regular backups and recovery operations to prevent data loss.THIS JOB Monitor and evaluate the performance of police operations, making data-driven decisions to enhance efficiency.shared: oper, data
- YOUR JOB Conduct data migration and upgrades to enhance system capabilities and functionalities.THIS JOB Monitor and evaluate the performance of police operations, making data-driven decisions to enhance efficiency.shared: data, enhance
Robotics Engineer
28AI USED FOR
4 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 37 points less of this work than yours (28% against your 65%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Troubleshoot database issues and resolve incidents promptly to minimize downtime.THIS JOB Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in robotic systems during development and production.shared: troubleshoot, issu, resolve
- YOUR JOB Perform regular backups and recovery operations to prevent data loss.THIS JOB Perform regular maintenance and upgrades on robotic equipment to ensure optimal performance.shared: perform, regular
- YOUR JOB Collaborate with development teams to design and implement database solutions that meet project requirements.THIS JOB Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate robotics solutions into existing processes.shared: collaborate, solution
Telecommunications Engineer
28AI USED FOR
4 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 37 points less of this work than yours (28% against your 65%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Troubleshoot database issues and resolve incidents promptly to minimize downtime.THIS JOB Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to network performance and connectivity.shared: troubleshoot, issu, resolve
- YOUR JOB Monitor and optimize database performance to ensure efficient data retrieval and storage.THIS JOB Monitor network performance and conduct regular maintenance checks.shared: monitor, performance
- YOUR JOB Collaborate with development teams to design and implement database solutions that meet project requirements.THIS JOB Design and implement telecommunication systems and networks.shared: design, impl
Telecommunications Engineer
28AI USED FOR
4 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 37 points less of this work than yours (28% against your 65%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
Show the tasks that match
- YOUR JOB Troubleshoot database issues and resolve incidents promptly to minimize downtime.THIS JOB Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.shared: troubleshoot, issu, resolve, downtime
- YOUR JOB Monitor and optimize database performance to ensure efficient data retrieval and storage.THIS JOB Monitor network performance and analyze data to recommend improvements.shared: monitor, performance, data
- YOUR JOB Collaborate with development teams to design and implement database solutions that meet project requirements.THIS JOB Design and implement telecommunications systems and networks to meet specific client needs.shared: design, impl, meet
IT Information Manager
30AI USED FOR
4 of your tasks carry across. AI is used for 35 points less of this work than yours (30% against your 65%). The door for a new entrant is B - achievable; your experience is the discount on that.
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- YOUR JOB Conduct data migration and upgrades to enhance system capabilities and functionalities.THIS JOB Conduct regular audits of data systems to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.shared: conduct, data, system
- YOUR JOB Document database configurations, procedures, and policies for compliance and training purposes.THIS JOB Maintain documentation of data management policies and procedures.shared: document, procedur, polic
- YOUR JOB Implement security measures to protect sensitive information from unauthorized access.THIS JOB Train staff on best practices for data handling and information security.shared: security, inform
Matches come from both careers' own published task lists, not from a similarity score we ask you to trust. A move being listed does not mean an employer will agree: it means the work overlaps and the measurement is better. Retraining routes, if you decide you want one, are on the switch page.