An independent professional specialized in creating and structuring databases to meet specific business or project requirements. Designing the architecture, schema, and relationships for efficient data storage, retrieval, and management. These freelancers are proficient in database management systems (DBMS) like MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, or Microsoft SQL Server and work with both relational and NoSQL databases.

Their tasks include analyzing project needs, designing normalized or denormalized data models, implementing data integrity rules, and creating stored procedures, indexes, and queries for optimal performance. Freelancers in this role also handle tasks like database migrations, backups, and ensuring security standards are met. Their expertise is essential for businesses needing reliable, scalable, and optimized database solutions for applications, websites, and enterprise systems.