Analyst - Systems III (Database Administrator - Cloud & Enterprise)

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

Job category: Information technology
Job posting ID: 8425

​Employment status: Regular full-time
Position's anticipated start date: 2026-04-20

Classification: ITB
Salary/Rate of pay: $89,894 - $108,493

Application deadline: 2026-03-17

• This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.

Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives — including your own.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you’re looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and discover a role where your work is meaningful, your purpose is clear, and your impact is felt every day.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About the role
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular Full-Time Analyst - Systems III (Database Administrator - Cloud & Enterprise) to join our dynamic IT Infrastructure Operations and Delivery team in Ottawa.

The IT Infrastructure Operations & Delivery team is responsible for managing and maintaining Canadian Blood Services’ IT infrastructure to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of its technology systems.

Reporting to the Manager, Data Centre Services, you will serve as an Analyst - Systems III, providing advanced technical leadership and operational support for enterprise database and operating systems across on-premises and cloud environments. You will ensure database architecture, performance optimization, high availability, disaster recovery, and infrastructure reliability while maintaining secure, compliant, and high-performing systems that support Canadian Blood Services’ operations.

Formula for Success

• Applying your skills in database administration and architecture, you will install, configure, patch, and upgrade enterprise database platforms while designing and implementing database architectures across on-premise and Azure environments.
• Utilizing your skills in database migrations and platform modernization, you will lead database migrations, version upgrades, and cross-platform transitions, including clustering, replication, and high-availability configurations, while troubleshooting complex database and infrastructure issues.
• Drawing on your skills in performance optimization, you will monitor and tune database performance at the system and query levels, identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks and optimizing database integration with development teams.
• Employing your skills in automation and DevOps practices, you will automate routine database administration tasks and deployments to improve operational efficiency and reliability.
• Using your skills in high availability and disaster recovery, you will design and maintain backup, failover, and disaster recovery solutions, including strategy development, testing, and ensuring data integrity and compliance.
• Building on your skills in database security and governance, you will implement and maintain security controls, including encryption and access management, while ensuring alignment with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrating your skills in technical leadership and collaboration, you will mentor team members, contribute to infrastructure modernization initiatives, produce technical documentation and reports, and support a 24×7 operational environment including on-call rotation.

Desired Education and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, with a minimum of 7 years of enterprise database administration experience, including at least 3 years supporting Azure-based database services and demonstrated expertise in high-availability architectures, migrations, and disaster recovery planning.
  Certifications (preferred): Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, and Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle RAC, ASM, and Data Guard, including performance tuning, high-availability configurations, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Skilled in SQL Server Always On, clustering, replication, and performance optimization, with experience supporting enterprise-level deployments.
• Experience administering PostgreSQL, MySQL, Azure SQL Database, and Managed Instances, with knowledge of performance tuning, query optimization, and cloud database best practices.
• Proficient in automation, scripting, and Infrastructure-as-Code practices to improve operational efficiency and reliability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across technical and business audiences, ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced operational environment, and solid understanding of ITIL and project management best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with demonstrated ability to mentor and support cross-functional teams.

What we offer you

• 4 weeks' vacation.
• Annual performance award up to 8%.
• Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

• This role operates in a hybrid work environment, with a requirement to be onsite at a Canadian Blood Services location at least 40% of the time (approximately 2 days per week).
• The regular work schedule is Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours per day).
• Occasional lifting of equipment up to 30 lbs may be required.
• Participation in a 24/7 operational support model, including on-call rotation, is required.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list.

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

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