NN Digital Hub based in Prague is seeking an enthusiastic, analytical, and experienced Senior Middleware Administrator to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will ensure the smooth deployment, configuration, management, and support of middleware technologies that underpin our business-critical applications.
You will be part of a team of approx. 15 engineers responsible for maintaining our IT infrastructure – mostly Linux, Windows and VMware related.
Why Join NN Digital Hub?
- Be part of an innovative and international team
- Work in a modern digital environment in the heart of Prague
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative and innovative environment.
- Be part of a company that values diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance.
What are the tasks you will perform:
- Develop and implement strategies for middleware system optimization to enhance performance and reliability for platforms such as Apache Tomcat, JBoss, WebSphere, and OpenLiberty.
- Provide L3 support for middleware operations and collaborate with other engineering teams to resolve complex issues.
- Monitor the performance and availability of middleware components, tuning them for optimal performance.
- Perform regular system upgrades and apply patches to maintain system security and performance.
- Support application deployment processes and assist development teams with middleware requirements.
- Identify opportunities for automation and contribute to scripting and configuration efforts.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and support.
- Train and mentor junior staff members on the use and management of middleware systems.
What we expect from you:
- University degree (Bachelor’s or higher) in a technical field.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
- Analytical mindset, leadership abilities and a passon for continuous improvement.
- Proficiency in Apache Tomcat, JBoss, WebSphere, and OpenLiberty.
- Strong experience in Linux-based environments.
- Basic understanding of databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, or MS SQL.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
- Experience with containerization technologies (Kubernetes)
- Understanding of automation tools like Ansible and Terraform.
- Experience with cloud technologies, e.g. Amazon AWS
What we offer you:
- We allow you to work where you feel the most comfortable, whether it is in the office or from home, and we contribute to your home office expenses every month.
- We understand the importance of having a work-life balance, which is why we offer 5 weeks of vacation, 5 well-being days, additional paid time off for personal and family events, and 1 volunteering day to support our community.
- In addition to your base salary you will have a lump-sum meal allowance, up to CZK 20,000 in the Cafeteria per year, the possibility of arranging a MultiSport card, the possibility of contributing to supplementary pension insurance / supplementary pension savings, and a discount on life insurance.
- We believe that your professional and personal growth is crucial, which is why we provide you with tailor-made professional training.
- Your friends and acquaintances are a valuable source of talent for us, which is why we offer up to 60,000 CZK as a reward for recommending a suitable candidate.
- A business laptop and an iPhone with a paid O2 tariff and a data package are basic tools for your work.