MidTier Specialist

Join a top employer and advance your career! This is a one year contract with potential for extension and is hybrid. Reporting to the Assistant Director, Database and Middleware Services, the Middleware Consultant will play a critical role in maintaining, configuring, and supporting middleware infrastructure to ensure reliable and high-performing platform services. This role involves root-cause analysis, problem resolution, and system optimization to minimize downtime and maximize service availability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in middleware technologies, platform configuration, and operational support in complex enterprise environments.

Responsibilities:

• Middleware Infrastructure Support:
  • Provide operational support for middleware technologies, ensuring high availability and performance of enterprise applications.
  • Participate in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of middleware platforms, including WebSphere, JBoss, IBM DataPower, and Oracle Fusion.
  • Implement and manage middleware infrastructure configurations to ensure alignment with business needs and industry best practices.
• Problem Resolution & Root-Cause Analysis:
  • Lead root-cause analysis for system incidents, identifying underlying issues and implementing long-term solutions to prevent recurrence.
  • Monitor and track service levels using established metrics, ensuring prompt restoration of services in case of outages or disruptions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess and communicate the impact of middleware-related issues on business operations.
• System Maintenance & Continuous Improvement:
  • Contribute to middleware platform maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Implement configuration management to ensure consistency, scalability, and security of middleware infrastructure.
  • Drive platform upgrades and migrations to ensure middleware technologies remain current and effective.
• Project Participation & Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Participate in enterprise-wide middleware initiatives, supporting platform evolution and modernization efforts.
  • Work closely with infrastructure, application, and security teams to align middleware configurations with business and security requirements.
  • Provide technical input and guidance for middleware-related projects and enhancements.
• Documentation & Reporting:
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation for middleware configurations, procedures, and system changes.
  • Report deviations from service levels and identify areas for process improvements.
• Other Responsibilities:
  • Support additional middleware tasks and deliverables as required.
  • Deliver results with minimal supervision, following a general work plan and seeking guidance when necessary.

Qualifications:

• Ability to obtain Reliability Status.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in middleware technologies, including installation, configuration, and support.
• Demonstrated experience with OpenShift 4.x, Azure ARO (Azure Red Hat OpenShift), and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Experience with IBM DataPower, IBM DataStage, JBoss, and IBM WebSphere Portal.
• Strong experience in Linux/Unix administration.
• Ability to effectively organize tasks, manage priorities, and work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Oracle WebLogic Application Server (12.2 or higher in standard and clustered mode).
• Knowledge of Oracle Fusion Middleware, Oracle Internet Directory (OID), and SOA Suite.
• Hands-on experience with IBM MQ and working with J2EE application servers such as IBM WebSphere or Red Hat JBoss EAP.
• Proven ability to work independently while delivering high-quality results.

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.