Database Administrator

Cashback24x7; India; Remote; INR 1,240,000 - 2,066,000; Part time

Job summary

Cashback24x7 is seeking a Database Administrator for a remote contractor role. You will manage MySQL and PostgreSQL environments, optimize performance, and partner with developers to design robust database structures.

Responsibilities include backup and disaster recovery, monitoring for bottlenecks, and documenting configurations and best practices for continuity. Strong SQL skills and remote teamwork are essential for success.

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 for documenting complex information.
• Collaborative mindset and a proactive problem-solving approach.

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.

Skills

MySQL admin

PostgreSQL admin

SQL performance

Backup & DR

Performance tuning

Remote collaboration

Job description

Database Administrator

Job Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

Job Summary: In this role, 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