Middleware Administrator III (Linux/Unix/WDW/Middleware)

DigiTran Technologies Inc.; Eagan (MN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Core business hours

Opportunities for training and mentorship

Job summary

A technology services company located in Eagan, MN, is looking for a Middleware Administrator III. This position requires at least 8 years of systems administration experience in Linux/Unix/Middleware environments. Responsibilities include supporting various operating systems, managing incidents, and technical leadership. A degree in a relevant field is preferred, and experience in lieu of education is acceptable. This is a contract position with flexible work arrangements, including onsite and remote options.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of relevant experience required.
• Degree from an accredited College/University preferred.
• Experience in lieu of degree is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support for Unix, Linux, and Windows operating systems.
• Manage incident response in accordance with SLAs.
• Provide technical leadership in maintenance and support.

Skills

Systems Administration (Linux/Unix/WDW/Middleware)

Middle Tier Administration

Unix/Linux Server Administration

Windows Server Administration

Incident Response

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Apache Tomcat

Kubernetes

Docker

IBM WebSphere

Ansible

Job description

Middleware Administrator III (Linux/Unix/WDW/Middleware)

Duration: 6 Months Contract

Location: Eagan, MN

Work Schedule: Core Hours (4 days in office/1 day remote)

Overview

Maintains and supports the integrity of a variety of operating system environments (i.e.. Windows, Linux, etc.) and various computer systems. Duties include the following: administer, install, and troubleshoot issues; perform system maintenance tasks such as system back‑up, recovery and file maintenance; schedule, install, and test system software upgrades; configure software and resolve technical problems; monitor and maintain software licensing and maintenance agreements.

Key Required Skills

• Minimum of 8 years experience as a Systems Administrator (Linux/Unix/WDW/Middleware)
• Technical proficiency in two of the three skill areas listed below is required:
  • Middle Tier administration (Primary Focus Area) – support Client implemented middle tier technologies, including web and application servers, containers and container management technologies, messaging technologies, cloud platform and services, automation tools, scripting languages and monitoring tools. Current technologies in use include Apache Tomcat, WildFly, Oracle Fusion Middle Tier (OFM), IBM WebSphere, Apache HTTP, Kubernetes, Docker, IBM MQ, Kafka, Zookeeper, RedHat OpenShift, RedHat 3scale, Ansible, Google Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure, Linux shell scripting, Microsoft PowerShell, JYTHON, AppDynamics, Zabbix, SolarWinds, Neustar and Splunk.
  • Unix/Linux server administration – administer servers running the Unix and/or Linux operating system in a large, multi‑datacenter environment, providing independent judgment and analytical skill in solving complex technical problems. Act as focal point for problem resolution, interacting with Client employees and vendors, and serve as trainer and mentor to other Linux Administrators.
• Windows server administration – perform complex functional activities in support of servers running the Windows server operating system, exercising independent judgment and analytical skill in solving complex technical problems, serving as focal point for problem resolution, trainer and mentor to other Windows Administrators.

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day incident and deployment support of multiple server operating systems, including Unix, Linux and Windows, which includes on‑site and remote administration, user support, performance monitoring and tuning, and capacity planning.
• Provide day‑to‑day incident and deployment support of middle tier applications, including web and application servers, containers and container managers, messaging technologies, cloud platform and services, automation tools, scripting languages and monitoring tools.
• Manage incident response via the Client ServiceNow application in accordance with published Client Change Management Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Perform a technical leadership role in incident response, maintenance, documentation, and support of large, complex, distributed server, database, and middleware environments.
• Develop growth plans as needed to ensure hosting environment can support projected application growth.
• Develop and implement procedures that support proactive problem detection and avoidance, including disaster recovery planning and implementation.
• Create and maintain project plans, notify Client management of critical failures or missed milestones.
• Work with Program Manager, Project Managers, Engineering staff, Client staff and vendors to manage projects, drive outcomes and lead teams.
• Analyze and resolve complex hardware and software problems.
• Assist Client development community to perform tests and implement software, add, and changes.
• Develop and implement operational management processes and procedures.
• Track inventory and provide documentation required for server deployment.
• Use alert monitoring tools chosen by Client Management.
• Use systems management and software distribution tools chosen by Client Management.
• Use security management systems and facilitate backups and restores of data and application code.
• Escalate unusual or unexpected findings to Client.
• Provide reports on system status to users and managers as requested.
• Provide weekly status reports and maintain hours worked on projects.
• Use change and case management procedures as required.
• Provide action plan for resolution of faults detected.
• Perform isolation testing of problem equipment and/or software.
• Document all solutions to problems and application guidelines and issues.
• Provide reports to Client Management on solutions found.
• Implement escalation process and procedures.
• Follow the appropriate quality assurance program.
• Provide on‑site system or application support for deployment/installation as required.
• Interact with all Client functional groups to accomplish objectives.
• Create and edit computer‑based documentation and trouble ticket systems.
• Perform assistance, training and information sharing to users and other administrators.
• Maintain leadership qualities and attitude in alignment with Client standards.

Qualifications

A minimum of eight (8) to twelve (12) years’ relevant experience. A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is preferred; four additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a college degree is required; if the degree is not in the applicable field, four additional years of related experience is required.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries: Information Services, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Technology, Information and Media