RAG Platform Database Architect & ML Infra Lead

Apple Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is looking for a Database Engineer located in Austin, Texas, to architect and optimize its large-scale RAG platform. The role requires deep knowledge of vector databases and strong SQL skills, alongside at least a BS degree and 10 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include database optimization and application development in a collaborative environment. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement of BS degree plus at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.
• Production experience deploying and managing vector databases at scale.
• Experience with Postgres advanced features and RAG systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect and optimize large-scale database systems for a Retrieval-Augmented Generation platform.
• Contribute to full-stack GenAI application development.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Production experience with vector databases (Milvus, Qdrant, Weaviate)

PostgreSQL or MySQL expertise

Understanding of RAG pipelines

Strong SQL proficiency

Kubernetes experience

Education

BS in related field

Tools

Prometheus

Grafana

Job description

A leading technology company is looking for a Database Engineer located in Austin, Texas, to architect and optimize its large-scale RAG platform. The role requires deep knowledge of vector databases and strong SQL skills, alongside at least a BS degree and 10 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include database optimization and application development in a collaborative environment. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds.