Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world's leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people-Kyndryls-that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Middleware & Automation Engineer to lead the automation, modernization, and operational lifecycle of our enterprise middleware infrastructure. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and maintaining robust automation frameworks, embedding DevOps practices into deployment pipelines, and ensuring the high availability, security, and scalability of multi-platform middleware environments across hybrid cloud and on-premises systems.
Key Responsibilities
Middleware Administration & Automation
- Design, build, and maintain enterprise-grade automation solutions for middleware provisioning, configuration, patching, upgrades, and decommissioning using Ansible, Python, and YAML.
- Develop reusable automation frameworks and self-healing workflows for core application servers (IBM WAS, IBM Liberty, IBM IHS, Apache Tomcat, JBoss EAP).
- Convert manual middleware operations into fully automated workflows, establishing standard runbooks, compliance validation, and configuration drift detection mechanisms.
DevOps & CI/CD Integration- Architect, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, and Jenkins to automate application deployments across non-production and production environments.
- Integrate middleware infrastructure and configurations into Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and Configuration-as-Code (CaC) frameworks.
- Implement release orchestration, automated rollback procedures, and embed automated security and governance controls directly into deployment pipelines.
Middleware Platform Operations- Oversee multi-environment operations (Dev, QA, UAT, Production) for web and application servers, load balancer integrations, reverse proxies, and messaging systems.
- Configure clustering, high availability (HA), session persistence, SSL/TLS security, and resource optimization.
- Conduct capacity planning, performance tuning, and root-cause analysis (RCA) for complex, high-severity platform incidents.
Cloud, Infrastructure & Monitoring- Automate the deployment and operational governance of middleware workloads on Microsoft Azure, hybrid cloud platforms, and VMware virtualization environments.
- Utilize VMware Aria Automation and Aria Operations for infrastructure monitoring, capacity management, and operational governance.
- Implement proactive monitoring, log aggregation, and alerting frameworks using enterprise observability suites to ensure system reliability and compliance.
Your Future at KyndrylEvery position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
Who You AreYou're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required Skills- Core Middleware Expertise: Deep, hands-on experience in administering, configuring, and tuning enterprise application and web servers, specifically IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS), IBM Liberty, IBM HTTP Server (IHS), Apache Tomcat, and JBoss EAP across Linux and Windows environments.
- Automation & Scripting: Strong proficiency in configuration management and scripting using Ansible (Ansible Automation Platform), Python, PowerShell, Bash, and YAML to deliver automation-first operational workflows.
- DevOps & CI/CD Orchestration: Proven track record in developing and maintaining automated deployment pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub/GitHub Actions, or Jenkins, alongside strong Git version control practices.
- Monitoring & Platform Security: Solid understanding of enterprise observability tools (Dynatrace, AppDynamics, Splunk, ELK, Grafana, or Prometheus), SSL/TLS certificate management, load balancing, and network security concepts.
- Troubleshooting & Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical and root-cause troubleshooting abilities, with a proven capacity to manage critical production environments independently and collaborate effectively across cross-functional engineering teams.
Preferred Skills- Secondary Middleware Platforms: Operational familiarity with Oracle WebLogic, Microsoft IIS, and Apache HTTP Server.
- Cloud & Virtualization: Practical experience deploying and managing middleware workloads on Microsoft Azure, hybrid cloud architectures, and VMware Aria Suite (Aria Automation and Aria Operations).
- Containerization & Kubernetes: Exposure to containerized middleware deployments utilizing Docker, Kubernetes, or Red Hat OpenShift.
- Compliance & Infrastructure-as-Code: Familiarity with drift detection, compliance validation, and Configuration-as-Code frameworks within continuous delivery ecosystems.
Being YouThe "Kyn" in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we're excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging - being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team - is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That's The Kyndryl Way.
What You Can ExpectYour career with us isn't just a job-it's an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health-because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.
From your very first day, you'll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won't just contribute-you'll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.
We're here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you'll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You'll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities-from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you'll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.
We want you to thrive here-and we're committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what's next.
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