Handshake · 3 weeks ago
Database Administrators - AI Trainer (Contract)
United States
Contract
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$105/hr - $105/hr
4+ years expHandshake is a company focused on AI research, seeking Database Administrators to contribute to an hourly, temporary project. The role involves using database expertise to evaluate AI-generated content and improve AI's understanding of data architecture and performance management.
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Responsibilities
Modifying existing databases and database management systems or directing programmers and analysts to make changes
Planning, coordinating, and implementing security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification, or disclosure
Planning and installing upgrades of database management system software to enhance performance and stability
Specifying users and access levels for each database segment
Testing changes to database applications or systems to ensure functionality and data integrity
Testing programs or databases, correcting errors, and making necessary modifications
Training users and answering database-related questions
Providing technical support to junior staff or clients
Approving, scheduling, planning, and supervising the installation and testing of new products or system improvements, such as database upgrades
Developing standards and guidelines for software acquisition and data protection
Writing and coding logical and physical database descriptions, specifying identifiers to management systems, or directing others in this process
Developing data models describing data elements, relationships, and usage patterns using modeling tools or software
Selecting and entering codes to monitor database performance and create production databases
Identifying, evaluating, and recommending hardware or software technologies to achieve desired database performance
Reviewing procedures in database management system manuals and making appropriate updates or optimizations
Identifying and evaluating industry trends in database systems to advise management on emerging best practices
Reviewing workflow charts developed by programmer analysts to understand database tasks and record updates
Revising company data definitions as documented in the data dictionary
Qualification
Required
You have at least 4 years of professional experience as a Database Administrator, Data Engineer, or in a related IT or data management role
Modifying existing databases and database management systems or directing programmers and analysts to make changes
Planning, coordinating, and implementing security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification, or disclosure
Planning and installing upgrades of database management system software to enhance performance and stability
Specifying users and access levels for each database segment
Testing changes to database applications or systems to ensure functionality and data integrity
Testing programs or databases, correcting errors, and making necessary modifications
Training users and answering database-related questions
Providing technical support to junior staff or clients
Approving, scheduling, planning, and supervising the installation and testing of new products or system improvements, such as database upgrades
Developing standards and guidelines for software acquisition and data protection
Writing and coding logical and physical database descriptions, specifying identifiers to management systems, or directing others in this process
Developing data models describing data elements, relationships, and usage patterns using modeling tools or software
Selecting and entering codes to monitor database performance and create production databases
Identifying, evaluating, and recommending hardware or software technologies to achieve desired database performance
Reviewing procedures in database management system manuals and making appropriate updates or optimizations
Identifying and evaluating industry trends in database systems to advise management on emerging best practices
Reviewing workflow charts developed by programmer analysts to understand database tasks and record updates
Revising company data definitions as documented in the data dictionary
Detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive in solving complex technical challenges
Experienced in managing large-scale systems and ensuring data reliability
Interested in helping AI better understand modern data management workflows and technical problem-solving
Company
Handshake
Handshake is a college career network that helps students and recent graduates find their next opportunity.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (24)
2024 (14)
2023 (7)
2022 (15)
2021 (6)
2020 (4)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$434MKey Investors
Notable CapitalEQT VenturesSpark Capital
2022-01-19Series F· $200M
2021-05-12Series E· $80M
2020-10-20Series D· $80M
Leadership Team
Garrett Lord
CEO - Co-Founder
Ben Christensen
Co-Founder
Recent News
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