Middleware Administrator – WebSphere​/WebLogic; AWS & Terraform

Position: Middleware Administrator – WebSphere/WebLogic (AWS & Terraform)
Job Description
Job Title: Middleware Administrator – Web Sphere/Web Logic (AWS & Terraform)

Experience

Required:

8–10 Years

Primary

Skills:

Middleware Administration, Web Sphere, Web Logic, Tomcat, AWS, Terraform

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Middleware Administrator (Assistant Consultant level) responsible for middleware patching, application server administration, and ensuring the stability, security, and performance of enterprise middleware environments. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Web Sphere, Web Logic, Tomcat, and cloud-based infrastructure, along with solid operating system and scripting knowledge.

Key Responsibilities
Middleware Administration & Patching

• Perform middleware patching and upgrades across environments

• Administer and manage application servers including Web Sphere, Web Logic, and Tomcat

• Manage JVM configurations and performance tuning

• Handle SSL certificate installation and lifecycle management

Platform & OS Support

• Provide support across Linux (including AIX) and Windows environments

• Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis for middleware-related issues

Automation & Scripting

• Develop and maintain Shell scripts for automation tasks

• Basic scripting using Python / Jython (Good to have)

• Utilize automation tools for configuration and deployment

Dev Ops & Cloud Tools

• Work with Ansible, Terraform, and Jenkins (Good to have)

• Support deployments in AWS Cloud environments

• Ensure environment stability, scalability, and security compliance

Essential Skills

• Strong experience as a Middleware Administrator

• Hands-on experience with:

  • IBM Web Sphere Application Server (WAS)

  • Oracle Web Logic

  • Apache Tomcat

• JVM tuning and configuration knowledge

• SSL certificate management

• Strong working experience in:

  • Red Hat Linux / AIX

  • Windows OS

• Shell scripting expertise

• Exposure to AWS Cloud Computing

• Knowledge of Terraform

Desirable Skills

• Ansible automation

• Jenkins CI/CD pipelines

• Basic Python / Jython scripting

Technical Skill Keywords

• AWS Cloud Computing

• Terraform

• IBM Web Sphere Application Server (WAS)

• Red Hat Linux

• Middleware Patching

• Application Server Administration

Requirements
Experience (Years): 4-6 Essential

Skills:

• Work with project teams throughout the organization to design, implement, and manage CDN infrastructure using Akamai, to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability for customer facing applications and business processes.
• Handle multiple priorities and assignments with excellence and precision.
• Be a part of a 24/7/365 organization (some after hours support is expected as part of normal on-call rotation).
• Directly support line of business development teams, provide guidance to them on implementation and changes for customer facing applications
• Develop and maintain security protocols and measures to protect CDN infrastructure from cyber threats.
• Monitor and analyze network performance, identifying and resolving issues to optimize content delivery of critical applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Akamai CDN solutions with existing systems and applications.
• Collaborate with information security teams to implement DDoS protection strategies and other security measures in the CDN.
• Provide technical support and guidance to clients and internal teams regarding CDN and security best practices.
• Work closely with vendor and professional service teams on delivery related activities and strategy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. OR similar work experience.
• Strong understanding of network protocols (HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, TCP/IP).
• Proven experience as a CDN Engineer or similar role, with a strong focus on cybersecurity.
• In-depth knowledge of Content Delivery Network technologies, including caching, load balancing, and content optimization.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience supporting 24/7/365 customer facing applications at enterprise scale.
• Awareness and experience with cybersecurity tools and practices, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Bash) a plus.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH) are a plus but not required.