WebSphere Server Admin

Job#: 2083214

Job Description:

Position Description:

WebSphere Server Administrator will be responsible for providing Level 2 support and development for managing the server infrastructure in Enterprise Data Centers and Distributed locations globally. The candidate should be passionate about scripting and automating administration tasks to drive efficiency through creative thinking with reliability and consistency. Applicant is expected to have a broad background in WebSphere and WebSphere Liberty and Linux Operating System administration along with strong scripting skills and technical knowledge related to server hardware and software. This position will also require some support for IBM Urban Code Deploy (uDeploy) administration involving Installation of uDeploy Server, Agents, Proxy agents, Relay agents and Plugins. This position requires 12 * 7 on-call support in rotation with other team members.

• Provide operational support for 600+ WAS 8.x+ servers including Installation, maintenance and administration on Linux and Windows servers.
• Support WebSphere, Linux Operating System, Web server (IHS/Apache).
• Apply patches, installing software, managing file systems, monitoring performance
• Support Requests/Incidents and troubleshoot and identify root case
• Drive problem resolution by meeting the application SLAs with a customer centric view.
• Maintain WAS installs, WAS site builds and WAS processes runbook.
• Knowledge of Jenkins and scripting to automate daily tasks.
• Knowledge of Ansible
• WAS Liberty and Google Cloud Platform is considered a plus.
• WebSphere Liberty support on CaaS platforms.
• Provide end to end automated solution in uDeploy platform by creating components, component processes, application processes, resource trees and agent pools.
• Use uDeploy REST API to automate uDeploy tasks.

Skills Required:

IBM Websphere Application Server

Skills Preferred:

Linux

Experience Required:

1+ year

Education Required:

Masters Degree

Additional Information :

Hybrid Position 3-4 days a week onsite

Deep understanding of WebSphere/IHS along with Linux/Unix administration skills and able to manage Linux Server hardware and operating VMs.

IBM Urban Code Deploy (uDeploy) administration involving Installation of uDeploy Server, Agents, Proxy agents, Relay agents and Plugins.

Able to perform Linux Server Administration, Migration, Backups, Troubleshooting, Disaster Recovery, Performance Monitoring and Fine-tuning.

Knowledge of Git repositories and Jenkins jobs for automation.

Understanding of WebSphere Liberty support on CaaS platforms.

Strong scripting, automation, and development skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills working with individuals and teams located globally

Good problem-solving and analytical skills.

Great understanding of other infrastructure and performance related issues.

Support WebSphere Application Server and IBM HTTP Server installation, configuration, management and administration on Linux and Windows Platforms.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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 ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.