Database Administrator
Remote
Full Time
#Engineering
#Web3
#Open Source
#PostgreSQL
#Database Administration
#Data Storage
#Rust
#Performance Tuning
#System Troubleshooting
#Database Design
#Documentation
Edge & Node serves as a pioneering force in the web3 space, dedicated to fostering a future defined by individual autonomy, shared sovereignty, and open collaboration. As the creators behind The Graph, we are building the essential, unbreakable foundation for open data on the internet. By standardizing subgraphs, we have established the primary method for organizing and accessing blockchain information. Our team leverages deep expertise in open-source software and protocols to empower entrepreneurs and builders to launch unstoppable applications. We operate on principles of decentralization, censorship resistance, and transparency, moving away from centralized gatekeepers toward trustless systems powered by smart contracts.
Our Graph Node & Infrastructure team is currently seeking a Senior Database Administrator to join us in a full-time, remote capacity. This role is vital to our mission, as you will be responsible for scaling and managing the high-throughput databases that support The Graph Studio and our Hosted Service.
Key outcomes
- Oversee the design, administration, and ongoing support of databases for our hosted service, including system troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Install, configure, and manage PostgreSQL databases and shards.
- Monitor database performance and execute tuning or optimization strategies for both queries and overall system health.
- Manage the refreshment and maintenance of our development, staging, and test environments.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation regarding our database infrastructure.
Requirements
- Extensive professional experience in the administration, monitoring, maintenance, and optimization of PostgreSQL databases.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot complex database issues and provide expert advice on performance improvements.
- Strong communication skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate asynchronously across a multinational team in various time zones.
- Willingness to participate in rotating on-call duties during standard working hours.
- Fluency in English.
- Familiarity with Rust or other low-level programming languages is considered a significant asset.
Compensation
We offer a fully remote work environment that allows you to contribute from anywhere in the world.
How to apply
If you are passionate about building the future of decentralized data and possess the technical expertise to manage high-scale infrastructure, we invite you to reach out. Please submit your application to join our team as we continue to advance the open-source web3 ecosystem.
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