We are seeking a skilled IBM WebSphere Application Server Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the installation, configuration, administration, and performance optimization of IBM WebSphere environments. You will work closely with development, infrastructure, and operations teams to ensure seamless deployment and maintenance of WebSphere-based applications.
Key Responsibilities
Installation & Configuration:
Install, configure, and maintain IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) on Linux/AIX/Windows environments.
Set up security, clusters, and high-availability configurations.
Configure WebSphere ports, security settings, and SSL certificates.
Application Deployment & Administration:
Deploy and manage applications on WebSphere servers.
Configure and optimize WebSphere resources such as JDBC providers, data sources, and MQ queues.
Perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis of WebSphere-related issues.
Performance Optimization & Monitoring:
Conduct health checks and performance tuning of WebSphere environments.
Optimize application servers for scalability, reliability, and high availability.
Implement monitoring tools to track application performance and system health.
Migration & Upgrades:
Perform software upgrade assessments and migration from older WebSphere versions.
Assist with data, metadata, technology, and workload migration.
Ensure seamless transition during WebSphere version upgrades.
Consultation & Best Practices:
Deliver business and architectural workshops on WebSphere best practices.
Conduct operations assessments and provide recommendations for improvement.
Assist in roadmap discussions for product and infrastructure planning.
Requirements
Key Skills & Qualifications
Technical Expertise:
Strong experience with IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) versions 8.5+ and 9.
Familiarity with IBM HTTP Server, IBM BPM, and WebSphere Process Server.
Hands-on experience with Linux, AIX, and Windows environments.
Knowledge of JVM tuning, security hardening, and clustering strategies.
Understanding of SSL/TLS, authentication mechanisms, and certificate management.
Deployment & Troubleshooting:
Experience in installing and configuring WebSphere ND, standalone, and clustered environments.
Ability to troubleshoot application performance issues and resolve system errors.
Experience with scripting and automation using Shell, Python, or Ansible is a plus.
Soft Skills:
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Ability to provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
Preferred Certifications
IBM Certified System Administrator WebSphere Application Server
ITIL Foundation Certification
Cloud certifications (Azure, AWS) are a plus
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