Principal Database Analyst

Versiti, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) with 7% match

Short- and Long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Versiti, Inc. is seeking a Principal Database Administrator responsible for the design, implementation, and optimization of enterprise database environments. Focusing on Oracle technologies, this role ensures compliance and reliability for critical blood collection and clinical operations.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in performance tuning and backup strategies. Versiti offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health plans and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field required.
• 7-9 years Oracle DBA experience in enterprise environments required.
• Expertise in Oracle database architecture, backup/recovery strategies, and performance tuning required.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and maintain database solutions supporting BECS.
• Drive enterprise‑grade availability and performance optimization.
• Lead database upgrades, migrations, and validation activities.
• Collaborate with application teams and vendors.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation and training materials.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship.
• Develop and enforce database security policies.
• Conduct advanced troubleshooting and performance tuning.

Skills

Oracle database architecture

Backup/recovery strategies

Performance tuning

Linux system administration

Shell scripting

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems

Job description

Overview

Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.

Position Summary

The Principal Database Administrator is a senior technical leader responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and ongoing support of enterprise database environments that underpin Versiti's Blood Establishment Computer Systems (BECS). This role ensures the reliability, integrity, and compliance of data platforms that support critical blood collection, testing, and clinical operations. While the position has a strong focus on Oracle database technologies, it also requires broad database engineering expertise and the ability to support BECS‑specific platforms and workflows. The Principal DBA partners with internal teams, vendors, and regulatory stakeholders to maintain secure, high‑performing systems; leads complex troubleshooting and analysis efforts; and develops documentation, standards, and training for operational teams. This is a business‑critical role requiring deep technical proficiency, hands‑on administration, and a solid understanding of regulated healthcare environments.

Total Rewards Package

CompensationThe target salary is based on internal averages. Versiti sets salary ranges aligned to local markets in which the job is performed. Compensation decisions take into account internal salary averages and differentiation based on education, experience, skills, and performance. Specific salary and benefits information is shared at the time of the phone screening based on your location and qualifications.BenefitsVersiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employes are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, Short- and Long-term disability, life insurance, 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k), voluntary programs, discount programs, others.

Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and maintain database solutions supporting BECS and related systems.
• Drive enterprise‑grade availability, resilience, and performance optimization by implementing advanced monitoring frameworks, validating disaster recovery architectures, and managing backup and recovery processes across all database environments.
• Lead database upgrades, patching, migrations, and validation activities in alignment with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with application teams, infrastructure engineers, and vendors to support system integrations and data workflows.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, SOPs, and training materials for support and operational teams.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior and cross-functional partners.
• Develop and enforce database security policies, access controls, and audit mechanisms to meet FDA, AABB, CAP, and other compliance requirements.
• Conduct advanced troubleshooting, performance tuning, and root-cause analysis for complex database and application issues.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification
• Understands and performs in accordance with all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
• Complies with all standard operating policies and procedures

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience). required

Experience

• 7-9 years Oracle DBA experience in enterprise environments. required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Expertise in Oracle database architecture, backup/recovery strategies, and performance tuning required
• Knowledge of Linux system administration and shell scripting. preferred
• Knowledge of additional database technologies (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL) for cross‑platform awareness. preferred