Senior Linux/Middleware Engineer

Accenture; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services company is looking for a Senior Linux/Middleware Engineer in Kuala Lumpur. The role entails managing and configuring enterprise applications, ensuring their optimal performance and security. Candidates should have substantial experience in RHEL and middleware platforms, along with a strong understanding of Java EE architecture. This position supports critical applications and collaborates with cross-functional teams to enhance service build engineering initiatives.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive training programs

Qualifications

• 6-9 years of experience in middleware engineering.
• Expertise in environment management for enterprise applications.
• Experience in administration of RHEL and middleware platforms.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and manage enterprise applications.
• Administer JBoss EAP, WebLogic, and Apache Tomcat environments.
• Support middleware and perform JVM tuning.

Skills

Installation, configuration, deployment and management of enterprise applications

Strong expertise in RHEL/Unix/Linux administration

Hands-on experience with JBoss EAP, WebLogic, Apache Tomcat

Proficiency in Oracle and MySQL database integration

Solid knowledge of Linux/Unix systems, shell scripting, basic networking

Experience with MQ and Kafka messaging platforms

Deep understanding of Java EE architecture, JVM tuning

Familiarity with load balancing and reverse proxies

Tools

JBoss Application Server

IBM WebSphere Application Server

Apache Tomcat

Oracle

MySQL

MQ

Kafka

Job description

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent‑ and innovation‑led company with approximately 779,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, our team, shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com.

Role Overview

Senior Linux/Middleware Engineer – Service Build Engineering (GIPS)

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Experience Level: 6‑9 years (L3 – Senior)

Job Summary

The Senior Linux/Middleware Engineer will be responsible for environment management, including installation, configuration, deployment, and administration of enterprise applications across RHEL and middleware platforms. The role requires expertise in JBoss, WebLogic, MQ, and Kafka, with strong middleware administration skills and a deep understanding of Java EE architecture. The engineer will ensure high availability, performance tuning, and secure operations of mission‑critical applications, while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to support enterprise service build engineering initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, deploy, and manage enterprise applications using JBoss Application Server, IBM WebSphere Application Server, and Apache Tomcat.
• Administer middleware environments, specifically JBoss EAP and Apache Tomcat.
• Perform JVM tuning, WAR/EAR deployments, and troubleshoot Java EE application issues.
• Manage and support RHEL/Unix/Linux systems, including shell scripting and networking tasks.
• Configure and maintain Oracle and MySQL databases for application integration.
• Implement and support messaging platforms such as MQ and Kafka.
• Ensure secure and optimized environments through load balancing, reverse proxies (Apache HTTPD, NGINX), and firewall rule management.
• Collaborate with developers, DBAs, and infrastructure teams to deliver stable and scalable environments.
• Document configurations, deployments, and operational procedures for audit and compliance.

Required Skills

• Installation, configuration, deployment and management of enterprise applications using JBOSS Application Server / IBM WebSphere Application Server / Apache Tomcat.
• Strong expertise in RHEL/Unix/Linux administration.
• Hands‑on experience with JBoss EAP, WebLogic, Apache Tomcat, and middleware administration.
• Proficiency in Oracle and MySQL database integration.
• Solid knowledge of Linux/Unix systems, shell scripting, and basic networking.
• Experience with MQ and Kafka messaging platforms.
• Deep understanding of Java EE architecture, JVM tuning, and WAR/EAR deployments.
• Familiarity with load balancing, reverse proxies (Apache HTTPD, NGINX), and firewall rules.

Professional Development

Opportunities exist to hone functional skills and expertise in a specialization. A variety of formal and informal training programs are available at all levels to help acquire and build specialized skills quickly. Learning occurs both on the job and through formal instruction online, in classrooms, or in collaboration with teammates. The breadth of work provides an unbeatable platform for career growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Accenture is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society. We do not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement (Extended)

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