Middleware Engineer – Software AG Stack

Accountabilities:: Administer, maintain, and support the Software AG webMethods Product Suite (version 10.x or higher), including Integration Server, Universal Messaging, My webMethods Server (MWS), and API Gateway. Manage and maintain B2B integrations using Trading Networks, CloudStreams, EDI/EDIINT, AS2/AS3 partner profiles, and routing configurations. Perform Linux/Unix system administration, automate operational tasks, and analyze system logs using Bash or Python scripting. Optimize middleware performance through JVM tuning, garbage collection optimization, thread analysis, and database connection pooling. Configure and maintain enterprise security mechanisms, including SSL/TLS certificates, OAuth2, SAML, and JWT authentication protocols. Support the integration of middleware platforms with firewalls, load balancers, and other network infrastructure components. Diagnose and resolve production incidents involving middleware performance, connectivity, integration failures, and overall system reliability. Support software deployments, environment configuration, and middleware infrastructure maintenance. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing system stability, security, scalability, and operational efficiency. Collaborate with technical stakeholders to maintain reliable enterprise integration services and ensure business-critical systems operate effectively. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical professional experience. At least 5–7 years of hands-on experience administering and supporting Software AG webMethods version 10.x or higher in enterprise environments. Strong technical expertise across the webMethods ecosystem, including Integration Server, Universal Messaging, My webMethods Server, API Gateway, Trading Networks, and CloudStreams. Solid understanding of B2B integration technologies and protocols, including EDI/EDIINT, AS2/AS3, partner profiles, and secure connectivity configurations. Proven experience with Linux/Unix administration, Bash or Python scripting, and system automation. Strong knowledge of JVM performance optimization, including garbage collection, thread analysis, and database connection pooling. Familiarity with enterprise security protocols and technologies, including SSL/TLS, OAuth2, SAML, JWT, digital certificates, firewalls, and load balancers. Demonstrated experience providing production support, troubleshooting complex middleware issues, and optimizing enterprise integration environments. Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, or OpenShift is an advantage. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools, including Jenkins, GitLab CI, Ansible, and Software AG Command Central, is preferred. Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is desirable. Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Splunk, AppDynamics, Dynatrace, or Prometheus/Grafana is an advantage. Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities, with strong attention to detail. Strong verbal and written English communication skills, with the ability to collaborate professionally and effectively with diverse technical teams. Benefits: Compensation: Hourly rate ranging from $48 to $52, depending on qualifications, relevant experience, skills, education, and market factors. Work arrangement: Fully remote position, open to candidates based in the United States. Contract duration: Initial 7-month contract opportunity. Working hours: Full-time engagement, with 40+ hours per week. Benefits package: Access to a competitive benefits package in addition to the hourly compensation. Professional experience: Opportunity to work with enterprise-grade middleware technologies and complex B2B integration environments. Technical development: Exposure to modern integration architectures, automation solutions, cloud platforms, and enterprise security technologies.