Senior Middleware Engineer - Java, API & WAS Expert

Indsafri India Private Limited; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech solutions company in South Africa is seeking a Middleware Resource with at least 5 years of experience in middleware technologies. The role involves designing and maintaining middleware solutions using Java and Spring Boot, managing APIs, and ensuring high availability of applications. Proficiency in various technologies like IBM WAS, Docker, and Azure DevOps is essential. Ideal candidates will possess excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and in teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in middleware development and administration.
• Proficiency in Java, JSON, SOAP, REST, and Spring Boot.
• Hands-on experience with IBM WAS, WLP, and Linux/Unix systems.
• Experience with DataPower, APIConnect, and BAW integration.
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server and database management.
• Familiarity with Docker and container orchestration.
• Experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines.
• Working knowledge of Jira and Confluence for documentation and project tracking.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain middleware solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies.
• Implement and manage APIs using REST and SOAP protocols.
• Configure and administer IBM WAS, WLP, and other middleware platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate middleware solutions with DataPower, APIConnect, and BAW.
• Ensure high availability and performance of middleware applications in Linux/Unix environments.
• Manage and optimize SQL Server databases for middleware applications.
• Utilize Docker for containerization and deployment of middleware services.
• Leverage Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipeline management and deployment automation.
• Document processes and solutions using Jira and Confluence.
• Troubleshoot and resolve middleware-related issues efficiently.

Skills

Java

JSON

SOAP

REST

IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS)

Spring Boot

Linux/Unix

DataPower

APIConnect

Business Automation Workflow (BAW)

SQL Server

WebSphere Liberty Profile (WLP)

Docker

Azure DevOps

Jira

Confluence

CI/CD pipeline management

Database Management

Container orchestration

Problem-Solving

Communication

Job description

A tech solutions company in South Africa is seeking a Middleware Resource with at least 5 years of experience in middleware technologies. The role involves designing and maintaining middleware solutions using Java and Spring Boot, managing APIs, and ensuring high availability of applications. Proficiency in various technologies like IBM WAS, Docker, and Azure DevOps is essential. Ideal candidates will possess excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and in teams.