Sr. Database Administrator - Remote

Vitalant; Scottsdale (AZ); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit organization as a Sr. Database Administrator. This full-time remote role focuses on managing and optimizing critical databases, ensuring security and availability while collaborating with teams to enhance information systems. Bring your expertise in database administration and cloud infrastructure to make a direct impact on our lifesaving mission.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of related experience, including 3 years in cloud infrastructure.
• Professional certifications in Oracle Database or Microsoft SQL Server preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain databases for security, integrity, and availability.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver quality application services.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Tools

Oracle Database

Microsoft SQL Server

Linux

Windows

Python

PowerShell

Job description

Join to apply for the Sr. Database Administrator - Remote role at Vitalant.

Help support Vitalant’s lifesaving mission by ensuring our critical data systems run smoothly and securely. We’re looking for a full-time (40 hours/week) Senior Database Analyst contractor to manage and optimize databases across Vitalant, its affiliates, and business units. In this role, you’ll ensure database security, integrity, and 24/7 availability while integrating databases with application systems. You’ll collaborate across teams to enhance information systems, drive efficiencies by working with vendors, and provide technical leadership. If you’re a solutions-oriented professional with strong communication and process management skills, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact on our mission.

This role is a full-time (40 hours/week) temporary position with an anticipated project duration of 3 to 6 months.

Responsibilities

1. Manage and maintain databases to ensure security, integrity, and 24/7 availability.
2. Integrate databases with application systems and support information systems enablement.
3. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver quality application services.
4. Work with vendors to resolve database-related issues and improve efficiencies.
5. Provide technical leadership and guidance to teams and customers.
6. Develop and implement best practices for database administration and security.
7. Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues proactively.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge/Education

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of database design, installation, configuration, monitoring, tuning, and security for Oracle and MS SQL databases.
• Experience with database tools and utilities on Windows and Linux platforms.
• Understanding of storage components and disaster recovery processes.

Certifications

Professional certifications in Oracle Database or Microsoft SQL Server are preferred.

Experience

• At least 6 years of related experience, including 3 years deploying, operating, and monitoring cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven experience as a database administrator.
• Experience with backup and recovery, disaster recovery scenarios, and tools like Oracle Enterprise Manager, SQL Server Management Studio, Redgate.
• Proficiency in Linux shell scripting, Python, and PowerShell.
• Healthcare experience is a plus.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity, and SQL.
• Database design, documentation, and coding skills.
• Proficiency in database software and web applications.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team and handle multiple priorities.
• Participation in on-call rotation for 24/7 support.

About Us

Vitalant is a leading nonprofit blood and biotherapies organization providing lifesaving services across the U.S. We operate 115 donation centers and conduct around 60,000 blood drives annually, supporting over 900 hospitals.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a respectful environment that encourages innovation and personal growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vitalant is an equal employment opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Please contact [e-mail] for assistance.