Job Title: Middleware Administrator (JBoss / Tomcat / WebLogic)
Job Location: Hybrid [3 days in Office]- Hartford, CT, USA.
** Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future**
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Middleware Administrator to install, configure, and manage enterprise middleware platforms including JBoss EAP, Apache Tomcat, and Oracle WebLogic. The ideal candidate will ensure high availability, performance, and security of middleware infrastructure supporting critical enterprise applications, while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $90,000 to $112,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
In this role, you will
Install, configure, and maintain JBoss EAP, Apache Tomcat, and Oracle WebLogic across development, UAT, and production environments.
Monitor server health, performance, and availability; proactively identify and resolve issues to ensure system stability.
Manage application deployments, patches, and version upgrades with minimal business impact and downtime.
Configure and manage clustering, load balancing, and failover mechanisms to ensure high availability and resilience.
Administer SSL certificates, keystores, and middleware security policies.
Troubleshoot complex application server issues using thread dumps, heap dumps, and GC logs.
Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and security teams for incident resolution and root cause analysis.
Maintain comprehensive documentation including runbooks, SOPs, and configuration baselines.
Support disaster recovery (DR) drills and ensure adherence to RTO/RPO objectives.
Participate in on-call support for P1/P2 incidents and ensure timely resolution.
What you’ll need to succeed (required skills)
8+ years of hands-on experience in middleware administration.
Strong expertise in:
JBoss EAP (6.x / 7.x)
Apache Tomcat (8.x / 9.x)
Oracle WebLogic (12c / 14c) (domain configuration, clusters, managed servers)
Experience with Java application deployments (WAR / EAR / JAR).
Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix system administration.
Experience configuring clustering, load balancing, and high availability environments.
Proficiency in troubleshooting performance and memory issues (heap/thread analysis).
Preferred Skills
Experience with LDAP, SSO, and SAML authentication integrations.
Scripting experience using Shell, Python, or Ansible for automation.
Understanding of HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, and load balancers (Apache HTTPD, F5, Nginx).
Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Dynatrace, AppDynamics, or Nagios.
Working knowledge of ITIL processes (incident, change, problem management).
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Work model:
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is hybrid role requiring 3 days a week at the client site in Hartford, CT, USA.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
“Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
