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Part-time Database Administrator

Hyperbolic

Hyperbolic

IT
Remote
Posted on Oct 22, 2024

Who We Are:

Hyperbolic Labs is on a mission to democratize AI by breaking down the barriers to computing power with our Open-Access AI Cloud. By making better use of idle computing resources across the globe, we offer an innovative GPU marketplace and AI inference service that promise affordability and accessibility for all. As pioneers at the intersection of AI and open-source technology, we believe in an open future where AI innovation is limited only by imagination, not by access to resources. We're looking for forward-thinking individuals who share our passion for making AI universally accessible, secure, and affordable. Join us in building a platform that empowers innovators everywhere to turn their visionary AI projects into reality.

As we prepare for growth with our seed round, backed by industry leaders, our team—led by co-founders with PhDs in AI, Math, and Computer Science—is poised to redefine computing.

Responsibilities:

  • Familiarize yourself with an existing Postgres RDS database and current database architecture

  • Review and understand existing Python and Go codebases

  • Optimize queries and improve database performance and efficiency

  • Implement and manage database schema improvements, including tooling and processes

  • Perform regular database maintenance tasks, including backups, recovery, and disaster recovery planning

  • Monitor database performance, identifying bottlenecks and providing recommendations for improvements

  • Handle ad-hoc data queries and data analysis requests as needed

  • Provide documentation for database-related processes and best practices

Requirements:

  • Expert understanding of SQL and Postgres

  • Deep understanding of AWS RDS

  • Strong query optimization skills

  • Strong understanding of database maintenance tasks including migrations, performance monitoring, backup & recovery

  • Strong understanding of database security and best practices

  • Familiarity with common ORMs, particularly in Python, Go, and/or JS

  • Has worked with data at scale

Nice to have:

  • Familiarity with data visualization tools

  • Familiarity with solutions other than AWS

  • Data science skills (data warehousing, pipeline management)

This role will involve:

  • Familiarization with an existing Postgres RDS database, Python and Go codebases

  • Working with a small team of engineers to provide support, advice, feedback and guidance as it relates to database interaction

  • Implementation of improvements to schema management (tooling and processes)

  • Optimization of queries

  • Completion of ad-hoc requests to query and analyze data

How to Apply:

Interested in being part of our mission? Email us at contact@hyperbolic.xyz with your background and how you heard about us.

Hyperbolic is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.