Middleware Engineer - W2 - eTek IT Services, Inc.

Overview:

The Middleware Engineer plays a vital role in our organization by managing and maintaining the middleware infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration of various systems, and optimizing the performance of middleware components. This position is crucial for the smooth functioning of our IT operations, as it directly impacts the overall efficiency and reliability of our systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Designing, configuring, and deploying middleware solutions

Monitoring and maintaining middleware components

Collaborating with development teams to implement middleware changes

Investigating and troubleshooting middleware-related issues

Performing middleware upgrades and patches

Implementing security measures for middleware systems

Documenting configuration and changes to middleware systems

Participating in on-call support and incident resolution

Conducting performance tuning and optimization of middleware infrastructure

Assessing and recommending new middleware technologies

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

3+ years of experience in middleware administration and engineering

Strong understanding of middleware technologies such as JBoss, WebSphere, or WebLogic

Proficiency in Java programming and scripting languages

Experience with Linux/Unix operating systems

Knowledge of networking and security concepts related to middleware

Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex middleware issues

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Understanding of ITIL framework and best practices

Relevant certifications such as IBM Certified System Administrator or Oracle WebLogic Certification

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