Oracle Tuxedo Middleware Engineer, Deerfield, Illinois, United States

About the role
As an Oracle Tuxedo Middleware Engineer, you will make an impact by maintaining and optimizing enterprise middleware platforms that support business-critical applications. You will be responsible for the administration, monitoring, automation, and continuous improvement of Oracle Tuxedo environments across Linux/Unix platforms. Working closely with infrastructure, database, and application teams, you will drive platform stability, incident resolution, performance optimization, and operational excellence while supporting high-availability production environments.

In this role, you will

Administer, monitor, and support Oracle Tuxedo environments, ensuring high availability and optimal system performance.
Manage Linux/Unix servers, file systems, directory structures, file transfers, and capacity utilization activities.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Tuxedo servers, services, domains, and middleware components.
Support and maintain Service Broker configurations, identifying and resolving connectivity and integration issues.
Perform SQL database analysis, execute queries, and support application troubleshooting and issue resolution.
Automate legacy Tuxedo processes and operational activities to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.
Manage incidents, service requests, and problem tickets while meeting service level agreements and operational targets.
Lead major incident investigations, coordinate resolution activities, and drive root cause analysis efforts.
Provide timely communication and stakeholder updates during production outages and critical incidents.
Monitor system health, identify risks, and implement proactive measures to improve platform stability and reliability.
Develop and maintain operational procedures, knowledge articles, and support documentation.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives through process optimization, automation, and knowledge management.
Generate operational reports and major incident metrics to support service improvement efforts.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support application deployments, infrastructure changes, and production support activities.

Work model
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Deerfield, IL. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

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.

What you need to have to be considered

Hands-on experience administering and supporting Oracle Tuxedo middleware environments in enterprise production environments.
Strong Linux/Unix administration skills, including shell commands, file systems, process management, troubleshooting, and file transfer operations.
Experience managing Tuxedo domains, servers, services, queues, configurations, and capacity planning activities.
Knowledge of Centura applications and their integration with middleware services.
Experience troubleshooting Service Broker configuration and connectivity issues.
Strong SQL skills with the ability to perform data analysis, troubleshoot application issues, and execute complex queries.
Experience supporting middleware technologies and distributed application environments.
Proven experience managing incidents, problems, service requests, and production support activities within SLA-driven environments.
Ability to lead major incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate service restoration efforts.
Strong stakeholder communication skills with the ability to provide executive-level updates during critical incidents.
Experience identifying automation opportunities and improving operational efficiency through scripting and process optimization.

These will help you stand out

Experience automating Tuxedo administration and monitoring activities using Shell, Python, Perl, or other scripting technologies.
Knowledge of enterprise monitoring platforms such as Dynatrace, AppDynamics, Splunk, Nagios, or similar tools.
Experience supporting high-availability and mission-critical transactional systems.
Familiarity with ITIL Incident, Problem, and Change Management processes.
Experience working in regulated or large-scale enterprise environments with 24x7 support requirements.
Proven track record of driving operational improvements and reducing recurring incidents through automation and process enhancement.

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.

Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until November 19, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $60,000 - $71,500 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.

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

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.

Sobre a Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) é uma construtora de IA e fornecedora de serviços de tecnologia, criando a ponte entre o investimento em IA e o valor para as empresas por meio do desenvolvimento de soluções de IA completas para nossos clientes. Nossa profunda experiência em setores, processos e engenharia nos permite incorporar o contexto único de cada organização em sistemas tecnológicos que potencializam a capacidade humana, geram resultados tangíveis e mantêm empresas globais à frente em um mundo em rápida transformação. Saiba mais em cognizant.ai ou @cognizant.

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