Senior Middleware Admin (Ansible, Terraform and Kubernetes)

1 Month ago • 5-10 Years

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior Middleware Administrator will oversee the deployment, management, and automation of middleware environments. This role involves ensuring the stability, security, and performance of middleware systems across cloud and on-premises infrastructure. The candidate will lead automation initiatives, support containerization efforts, mentor team members, and optimize middleware operations. Key responsibilities include developing automation scripts, deploying containerized applications, providing support to operations teams, and troubleshooting middleware-related issues. The role also involves monitoring system health, performing upgrades, and conducting training sessions to enhance team capabilities. This role requires hands-on experience with middleware tools, Ansible, Terraform, Docker, and Kubernetes to contribute to the organization’s digital and operational excellence.
Must have:
  • Linux platform proficiency (Red Hat Enterprise Linux or equivalent)
  • Intermediate to advanced scripting languages: Python and/or Bash
  • CI/CD tools: Jenkins, Travis, Concourse or similar
  • Configuration and automation tools: Ansible, Terraform
  • Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes
Good to have:
  • Middleware technologies such as WebSphere, JBoss, or similar
  • Cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) familiarity
  • HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate (optional)
  • HashiCorp Certified: Vault Associate (optional)

Job Details

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Middleware Administrator to oversee the deployment, management, and automation of middleware environments. This role is pivotal in ensuring the stability, security, and performance of middleware systems across cloud and on-premises infrastructure. The successful candidate will lead automation initiatives, support containerization efforts, and mentor team members to optimize middleware operations, thereby contributing to the organization’s digital and operational excellence.

Software Requirements

Required:

  • Linux platform proficiency (Red Hat Enterprise Linux or equivalent)
  • Scripting languages: Python and/or Bash (intermediate to advanced)
  • CI/CD tools: Jenkins, Travis, Concourse or similar
  • Configuration and automation tools: Ansible, Terraform
  • Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes

Preferred:

  • Middleware technologies such as WebSphere, JBoss, or similar
  • Cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) familiarity
  • HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate (optional)
  • HashiCorp Certified: Vault Associate (optional)

Overall Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and enhance automation scripts and infrastructure as code using Ansible, Terraform, and related tools
  • Build and deploy containerized versions of legacy applications, ensuring scalability and reliability
  • Provide hands-on support and guidance to operations teams on automation, containerization, and middleware management
  • Support provisioning, configuration, deployment, and disaster recovery processes for middleware environments
  • Monitor the health, security, and performance of middleware systems, taking corrective actions as needed
  • Troubleshoot and resolve middleware-related issues with a focus on stability and uptime
  • Automate updates, patches, configurations, and environment provisioning processes
  • Conduct training sessions and share knowledge to improve team capabilities in automation and middleware management
  • Assist in planning and executing middleware upgrades and migrations aligned with organizational standards and best practices

Performance outcomes:

  • Consistent, automated provisioning and deployment processes
  • Reduced manual intervention and increased system reliability
  • Knowledge sharing that enhances team competency
  • Secure, compliant, and well-maintained middleware environments

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages:

  • Mandatory: Python, Bash
  • Preferred: PowerShell, other scripting tools

Databases/Data Management:

  • Basic understanding of database connectivity for middleware applications (e.g., JDBC, SQL)

Cloud Technologies:

  • Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) for middleware deployment and automation

Frameworks and Libraries:

  • Knowledge of container orchestration and management (Docker, Kubernetes)

Development Tools & Methodologies:

  • Jenkins, Travis CI, Concourse
  • Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Ansible
  • Version Control: Git

Security Protocols:

  • Familiarity with securing middleware environments and implementing best practices in access control and encryption

Experience Requirements

  • 5-10 years of experience in IT operations, systems automation, or middleware administration
  • Proven expertise in middleware tools such as WebSphere, JBoss, or similar products
  • At least 2+ years of practical experience with Ansible, Terraform, Docker, and Kubernetes in cloud or hybrid environments
  • Demonstrated experience in automation, scripting, and infrastructure provisioning
  • Prior exposure to cloud-native deployment models and disaster recovery strategies

Alternative experience pathways:
Candidates with extensive hands-on middleware administration and automation experience, even if specific cloud environment experience is limited, will be considered.

Day-to-Day Activities

  • Monitor and maintain middleware system performance, security, and availability
  • Develop, test, and deploy automation scripts and infrastructure code for provisioning and configuration management
  • Containerize legacy applications to improve scalability and operational efficiency
  • Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams on middleware-related initiatives
  • Conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis for middleware outages or issues
  • Perform system upgrades, patches, configuration changes, and environment migrations
  • Provide guidance and training to operational teams on automation tools and middleware best practices
  • Document processes, configurations, and automation workflows for transparency and knowledge sharing

Qualifications

  • Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field; alternative professional experience considered
  • Certification in Red Hat Enterprise Linux Automation with Ansible (RH294) is preferred
  • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) or equivalent is highly desirable
  • Additional certifications such as HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate or Vault Associate are advantageous

Professional Competencies

  • Critical thinker with strong problem-solving skills and analytical aptitude
  • Effective communicator with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly
  • Team-oriented with a proven ability to collaborate across functions
  • Results-driven, with attention to detail and quality in work outputs
  • Adaptable and eager to learn new tools, processes, and technologies
  • Demonstrates initiative in automation and process improvement efforts
  • Skilled in managing multiple priorities and working under pressure

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.


All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies spanend-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in ourFinLabswe develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more.Over the last20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of14,500+,and has58offices in 21 countrieswithin key global markets.For more information on the company, please visit ourwebsiteorLinkedIncommunity.

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