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Job Details
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Middleware Administrator to join our team. In this role, youwill design, implement, and maintain middleware platforms that enable seamless integration andcommunication between software applications and systems. You’ll play a vital part in ensuring thereliability, security, and performance of critical business systems while collaborating with crossfunctional teams and driving automation and optimization initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Expertise Hands-on expertise with middleware systems such as IBM WebSphere, Tomcat
- Middleware Deployment & Administration Spearhead the installation, configuration, and
lifecycle management of middleware platforms across development, testing, and
production environments.
- Performance Optimization & Monitoring Continuously monitor middleware environments,
identify performance bottlenecks, and implement advanced performance tuning strategies
to ensure systems run at peak eƯiciency.
- Patch Management & Upgrades Oversee timely application of patches, software
upgrades, and security vulnerability remediation to keep systems up-to-date and resilient.
- Automation & Scripting Transform repetitive tasks into seamless processes through
scripting (e.g., Bash, WLST) and automation tools like Jenkins. Build CI/CD pipelines to
enhance deployment eƯiciency and consistency.
- Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnose and resolve intricate middleware issues related to
performance, integration, server stability, and resource utilization. Conduct in-depth root
cause analysis and provide robust solutions.
- Security Administration Safeguard middleware platforms by implementing and managing
security configurations, including SSL/TLS certificates. Ensure full compliance with security policies and audit requirements.
- Disaster Recovery & Capacity Planning Design and execute disaster recovery strategies to
ensure uninterrupted business operations. Collaborate on capacity planning to align
middleware capabilities with business growth.
- Documentation & Best Practices Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation
for middleware configurations, operational procedures, and best practices to ensure
knowledge sharing and system reliability.
- Networking and Infrastructure Good Understanding in networking and infrastructure
concepts to be successful in supporting as middleware administrator.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with software developers, network engineers, and
security teams to deliver integrated, secure, and high-performing application ecosystems.
- Rotation On call support (24/7) rotation.
- Shift Ready to work morning or afternoon shifts
Key Skills & Qualifications
- Education bachelor’s or master’s in computer science or equivalent education.
Middleware Platforms
- 8+ years of strong experience with web servers (e.g., Apache, IIS,
IBM HTTP) and application servers (e.g., WebSphere, Tomcat).
Operating Systems
- 5+ years of Strong administration skills in UNIX/Linux (RHEL, SLES)
and Windows environments.
Scripting
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, SH or python.
Soft Skills
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and documentation skills are essential for eƯective collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Addon-Skill Skills In Oracle ORDS Will Be Preferred.
Troubleshooting
: Ability to analyze log files, thread dumps, and heap dumps to debugapplication errors and performance problems.
Networking and Infrastructure
Good understanding of high-level networking and ITinfrastructure concepts
Educational Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or any other related discipline or equivalent related experience.
Preferred Certifications
- Salesforce Certified Administrator
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)
- Microsoft Certified IT Professional
- ITIL, ITSM Certifications
Work Experience
2+ years of directly-related or relevant experience, preferably in application support or system/application/database administration.
Skills & Knowledge
Behavioral Skills:
- Critical Thinking
- Detail Oriented
- Interpersonal Communication
- Learning Agility
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
Technical Skills
- Identity & Access Management
- Database Administration
- IT Support like Software & Hardware Installation, Troubleshooting
- Software Validation
- Systems Integration
- IT Regulatory Compliance like SOX Compliance
Tools Knowledge
- Software Configuration Management Tools like Ansible, Puppet
- Citrix technologies like XenDesktop, XenApp, XenServer
- Operating Systems & Servers like Windows, Linux, Citrix, IBM, Oracle, SQL
- Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems like Sage, ASW, SAP
- Software like Case Management System, HR Information Systems, Kronos(Timekeeping Software), PHS Health and Safety Management System
- Java Frameworks like JDBC, Spring, ORM Solutions, JPA, JEE, JMS, Gradle, Object Oriented Design
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) Software
- Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems like Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Sales Cloud
- Internet Protocols like DNS, HTTP, LDAP, SMTP, Easy DNS, No IP
What Cencora offers
Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.Full time
Affiliated Companies
Affiliated Companies: CENCORA BUSINESS SERVICES INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
Equal Employment Opportunity
Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned
