Websphere Administrator

Everforth Apex

Richmond, VA, United States

10 days ago

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Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Experience level

Expert

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

www.dice.com

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) Amazon Web Services Server Applications Unix Code Review Databases Continuous Integration Disaster Recovery Middleware Failover File Transfer Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP)

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IBM Websphere Application Server Jython Python (Programming Language) Oracle (Applications) Performance Tuning Ansible Shell Script SQL Databases SSL Certificate Management Scripting BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) Gitlab Terraform

Job description

We are seeking a seasoned WebSphere Administrator to provide middleware system administration support for critical applications. The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge of IBM WebSphere components and will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automation solutions. This role involves collaboration with development, operations, and security teams to enhance system scalability and maintainability., * Provide middleware IBM WebSphere System Administration support.

Design, develop, implement, and maintain automation solutions using Ansible, Python, and Shell scripting.
Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to identify automation opportunities.
Document automation processes, procedures, and best practices.
Share knowledge and assist with the development of in-house expertise.
Mentor team members and conduct code reviews.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in automated systems.
Continuously improve existing automation frameworks for scalability and maintainability.

Requirements

Experienced WebSphere Administrator with strong UNIX and scripting skills (Shell Scripts, Python/Jython).
Advanced knowledge of HTTP, Application Server, Java, and Plugin components (version 8.5.5 and 9 ND edition).
Proficient in troubleshooting, installations, failover, disaster recovery, security configuration, LTM, junctions, and certificate management.
Skilled in performance tuning for WebSphere and using automation tools such as XL/Deploy.
Familiarity with MQ, File Transfer, and Database (Oracle/SQL) connectivity to WebSphere.
Good communication and collaborative skills for dealing with customers and technical partners.
Familiarity with the change management process.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with WebSphere Liberty and WebSphere MORE is a plus.
Ansible automation and CI/CD-GitLab experience is preferred.
Familiarity with AWS and Terraform is a plus.

About the company

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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