Senior Database Administrator - Singapore

📋 Description

• • Plaud Inc. is at the forefront of revolutionizing professional productivity with its AI work companion, a solution embraced by over 1,000,000 users globally since 2023. Our mission is to amplify human intelligence by developing next-generation intelligence infrastructure and interfaces that seamlessly capture, extract, and leverage insights from spoken words, auditory cues, visual information, and cognitive thought processes. As a Delaware-incorporated, San Francisco-based company, Plaud is committed to pushing the boundaries of human-AI interaction through an innovative hardware-software combination. We operate under the strictest data security and privacy protocols, holding certifications such as ISO 27001, ISO 27701, GDPR, SOC 2, HIPAA, and EN 18031.
• • We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Database Administrator to join our dynamic team in Singapore. This pivotal role will be instrumental in managing and scaling the robust database infrastructure that powers our cutting-edge AI products. You will be responsible for ensuring the unwavering availability, reliability, and integrity of our data, which is the lifeblood of our AI-driven solutions. Your expertise will be crucial in optimizing database performance and storage efficiency, ensuring our systems can handle immense growth and complex AI workloads.
• • A core responsibility will be the design, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies. This ensures business continuity and the protection of our valuable data assets against any unforeseen events. You will also play a key role in collaborating closely with our diverse engineering teams, contributing your deep database knowledge to the broader data architecture and infrastructure planning. This collaborative effort is essential for building scalable, efficient, and secure data systems that can support Plaud's ambitious growth trajectory.
• • The ideal candidate will possess a strong command of SQL and a profound understanding of database internals, enabling them to troubleshoot complex issues and implement performance enhancements. Hands-on experience with cloud databases is a must, as our infrastructure is built on modern, scalable cloud platforms. You will be expected to leverage your solid experience in backup, recovery, and high availability solutions to maintain optimal system uptime and data resilience. Furthermore, proficiency in automation and scripting will be vital for streamlining database operations, reducing manual effort, and ensuring consistency across our database environments.
• • This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a bootstrapped, rapidly growing, and profitable company that has achieved a $250M revenue run rate in just three years. You will be instrumental in defining the next-generation paradigm for human-AI interaction and gain invaluable exposure to cutting-edge AI for professional tools. Your contributions will directly impact our global expansion efforts. You will collaborate with a team of passionate individuals who are dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and achieving customer success. Plaud fosters a culture that champions continuous learning and offers accelerated career development opportunities. We provide market-competitive compensation, global exposure, and a vibrant, creativity-fueled work atmosphere where your contributions are recognized and valued.
• • Specifically, you will be tasked with managing and scaling databases that are critical to the performance and success of our AI products. This includes implementing and maintaining robust high availability, reliability, and data integrity measures. You will continuously monitor and optimize database performance, ensuring efficient resource utilization and storage management. The development and execution of effective backup, recovery, and disaster recovery plans will be a key focus, safeguarding our data against potential loss. Furthermore, you will actively engage with engineering teams to refine data architecture and infrastructure, ensuring it aligns with our strategic objectives and future scalability needs. Your role is central to maintaining the operational excellence of our data systems, supporting the rapid innovation and growth that defines Plaud Inc.