OpenShift Engineer

Job#: 3020038

Job Description

Type: 12-month contract to start

Location:

United States

Schedule:

100 % remote

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Maximo Engineer to support a large‑scale upgrade from IBM Maximo to the Maximo Application Suite (MAS
9). This role requires deep expertise in Maximo application architecture, infrastructure modernization, and migration to Red Hat Open Shift
.

This engineer will support multi‑site environments and play a key role in executing a complex digital transformation effort impacting 7–8 operational sites.

• Lead the technical upgrade from Maximo to Maximo Application Suite (MAS
  9).
• Architect, configure, and deploy Maximo within Red Hat Open Shift
  ‑based environments.
• Oversee migration of data, configurations, and customizations to MAS.
• Support infrastructure changes from on‑premises SQL/DB2 servers to cloud‑based container clusters.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application, integration, and performance issues across environments.
• Partner with operations and site teams to ensure continuity across 7+ sites during upgrade cycles.
• Provide guidance on Maximo best practices, architecture, and system reliability.
• Document system configurations, upgrade paths, and technical processes.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams (GS, Appian, product owners).

• 7–10+ years of experience with IBM Maximo (including version
• Proven, hands‑on experience performing upgrades to Maximo Application Suite (MAS), ideally MAS 8 or MAS 9.
• Strong background with Red Hat Open Shift
  , Kubernetes, or similar container orchestration platforms.
• Expertise in Maximo system architecture, integrations, and configuration.
• Experience migrating large, multi‑site Maximo deployments.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure components: networking, servers, clustering, databases.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced environments where deadlines and priorities shift rapidly.

• Experience supporting government service environments or regulated industries.
• Familiarity with Appian or other enterprise low‑code platforms (not required but helpful).
• Certifications:
  
  IBM Maximo, Red Hat Open Shift (RHCSA, RHCE, or similar) Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD)

• Excellent communication and cross‑team collaboration abilities.
• Ability to operate with limited direction and high ambiguity.
• Strong problem‑solving orientation and urgency mindset.

This upgrade is critical to compliance, modernization, and operational continuity across a rapidly evolving enterprise landscape. The right candidate will significantly influence long‑term system stability and modernization at scale.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a Support Linc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.

In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on‑Demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.

You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.