Domain
Database Management
Skill Profile
CockroachDB
Distributed SQL, multi-region deployment, serializable isolation, PostgreSQL compatibility
Database Management
NewSQL Databases
Roles
1
where this skill appears
Levels
5
structured growth path
Mandatory requirements
3
the other 2 optional
Group
NewSQL Databases
Last updated
3/17/2026
How to Use
Choose your current level and compare expectations. The items below show what to cover to advance to the next level.
What is Expected at Each Level
The table shows how skill depth grows from Junior to Principal. Click a row to see details.
| Role | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Database Engineer / DBA | Understands the fundamentals of CockroachDB. Applies basic practices in daily work. Follows recommendations from the team and documentation. |
| Role | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Database Engineer / DBA | Independently designs schemas and optimizes queries with CockroachDB. Understands indexing and query execution plans. Uses ORM effectively. |
| Role | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Database Engineer / DBA | Required | Designs database architecture with CockroachDB for high-load systems. Optimizes performance, configures replication and sharding. |
| Role | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Database Engineer / DBA | Required | Defines data strategy at the product level. Establishes CockroachDB standards. Conducts data schema and scaling strategy reviews. |
| Role | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Database Engineer / DBA | Required | Evaluates CockroachDB for distributed SQL workloads: automatic sharding, multi-region deployment, PostgreSQL compatibility. Defines scenarios where CockroachDB is preferred over classic RDBMS for geo-distributed applications. |
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