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SOA, Data Layers and DBAs
Do you find yourself working as a "Data Layer Architect" these days? I talked about this a bit on the show last week, but I thought I’d toss this out to everyone out there as well and see what you’re seeing.
Specifically, I’ve been seeing more job postings, blog postings and the like – referencing this concept of a data layer architect, especially in the cases where companies are building out SOA-based applications. Companies are finding that the need for a data architect (sorry, data LAYER architect) is becoming a major planning point when building out functionality that they’re either using or providing. The data layer can be very critical in the performance and usability of the application blocks, so it’s clear it needs some thoughtful attention.
Sorry, I just had to laugh a bit as I was reading through some of these, They’re being so particular to say "Data Layer Architect" – I don’t know if it’s because it’s "cool" or just a new title that someone dreamed up, but if you dig down into it, it’s really the traditional data design responsibilities. I know we’ve been talking about changes and administrative roles that have been automated to a point – and I do think that’s happening. But, this whole re-labeling thing just really makes me wonder if it won’t happen this way too for SOA-based administrative roles. Then we’ll be exactly back where we started. Of course with a new fancy title, but …
Perhaps "Data Layer Administrator" (DLA) – would that make the higher-ups feel like they’re getting new functionality and purpose out of positions? It would be fun to propose the position and see what you get for feedback. Of course you should quickly explain that the data administration techniques you’ll be using will be drastically different and require all new skills, and of course increased compensation.
Let me know how it goes with the boss, here.
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