Job Title: Database Administrator
Job Type: Contractor
Location: Remote
Job Summary: As a Database Administrator, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze and optimize database performance for large-scale MySQL and PostgreSQL environments.
- Partner with the development team to design, implement, and maintain robust database structures.
- Develop, test, and manage data backup and recovery procedures to safeguard business-critical information.
- Monitor database environments to proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align database solutions with evolving business needs.
- Document database configurations, processes, and best practices to ensure operational transparency and continuity.
- Stay current with emerging SQL and database technologies to drive continuous improvement.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Advanced hands-on expertise with MySQL and PostgreSQL administration.
- Proven track record in database optimization and troubleshooting.
- Strong command of SQL for querying, scripting, and performance tuning.
- Experience with backup, restore, and disaster recovery processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document and explain complex technical information.
- Collaborative mindset and a proactive problem-solving approach.
- Ability to work effectively in a remote, distributed team environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience implementing and managing database security best practices.
- Familiarity with cloud-based database solutions and automation tools.
- Previous collaboration with cross-functional or global teams.
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