Middleware Support Engineer

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent

Skills

API
Amazon Web Services
Middleware
Docker

Job Details

Hi,

We have an opening for the position below. If you are interested in this opportunity kindly share your updated resume with details.

Role : Middleware Support Engineer

Location : Remote

Need candidates to provide technical expertise and ongoing support for our enterprise custom application environment. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in supporting microservices architectures, middleware technologies and assisting with modernization efforts, including transitioning to cloud-hosted services (AWS, AZURE). You will be instrumental in transitioning, maintaining, and enhancing the stability, performance and security of our application stack. This role will be instrumental in helping drive our modernization program.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Provide comprehensive support and troubleshooting for middleware and microservices-based applications.
    • Assist with application modernization initiatives and transitioning middleware environments to cloud-based deployments.
    • Manage and configure API gateways, particularly Ocelot, ensuring seamless service integration.
    • Administer and optimize Apache Kafka clusters and Redis caching solutions.
    • Maintain security and identity management through Keycloak configuration and support.
    • Support real-time communications utilizing SignalR.
    • Provide support for geospatial solutions including OpenStreetMap and Google Maps APIs.
    • Maintain NiFi and NiFi CDC workflows, ensuring accurate data integration and delivery.
    • Deploy, manage, and monitor containerized applications using Docker and Portainer.
    • Collaborate closely with software developers and infrastructure teams to ensure application stability, scalability, and availability.
    • Manage code repositories and deployment pipelines using BitBucket.
    • Create and maintain operational documentation and incident resolution procedures.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field from an accredited college or possess equivalent work experience.
  • Level III - 5+ years of relevant experience with middleware application support.
  • Level II - 2+ years of relevant experience with middleware application support.
  • Proven experience supporting middleware technologies in enterprise-level environments.
  • Working knowledge of AWS Cloud services
  • Hands-on experience managing microservices architectures.
  • Expertise with API gateways (specifically Ocelot).
  • Experience with containerization tools (Docker, Portainer).
  • Working knowledge of Apache Kafka, Redis, and real-time messaging (SignalR).
  • Familiarity with identity management solutions (Keycloak).
  • Experience with NiFi and NiFi CDC data flows.
  • Knowledge of geospatial integrations using OpenStreetMap and Google Map APIs.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
  • Understanding of cloud environments and experience supporting applications transitioning to cloud services.
  • Must be able to successfully pass National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in Agile/DevOps-driven organization.
    • Strong experience with version control and CI/CD tools, especially BitBucket.
    • Strong proficiency with .NET 8, C#, and Python.
    • Proficiency in front-end technologies, specifically Angular.
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