A remote Sybase DBA is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the performance, integrity, and security of Sybase databases. Daily tasks often include database monitoring, running backups, tuning queries, responding to incidents or outages, and applying patches or upgrades. They also support development teams by assisting with schema changes, SQL optimization, and troubleshooting data-related issues. Working remotely, they collaborate using communication tools to coordinate with IT teams, application developers, and management, ensuring smooth and reliable database operations across the organization.