Active MQ Middleware Engineer (240) (Information Technology)
OVERVIEW
iTech AG is looking for an MQ / Middleware Systems Engineer to provide key input and support in technical designs for various projects for our federal government customer.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Report to the MQ/Middleware Task Lead.
- Provide 24x7x365 support via an on-call rotation for integration support across all Middleware components, including networking and supported application interfaces.
- Support configuration, administration, and troubleshooting of ActiveMQ, Apache Kafka, and other middleware solutions.
- Support and maintain ActiveMQ brokers, queue managers, and clustering configurations.
- Assist in the automation of operations and maintenance functions using scripting and orchestration tools.
- Perform patching, upgrades, and security hardening for ActiveMQ and related middleware components.
- Support application teams in troubleshooting messaging-related issues, conduct root cause analysis (RCA), and optimize performance.
- Engage with ActiveMQ vendors and the open-source community for technical support as required.
- Maintain task and project tracking in Jira and/or ServiceNow.
- Provide on-call incident response and change request support following approved procedures, collaborating with the Enterprise Operations Center (EOC), application owners, and technical SMEs as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 to 10 years of experience in Messaging and Middleware technologies.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in ActiveMQ, Apache Kafka, or other message queuing systems.
- 5+ years of experience in incident, problem, and change management support for 24x7 infrastructure operations.
- 5+ years of experience in 2nd/3rd line IT support or middleware project delivery.
- 5+ years of experience working with middleware technologies, Java-based messaging, or similar platforms.
- 2+ years of programming experience with languages such as Java, C, C++, or similar products.
- 1+ years of experience in scripting and automation (e.g., Bash, Korn Shell, Python, or PowerShell).
- Strong knowledge of XML and JSON configuration and layout.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science (BS) can be substituted with an additional 4 years of related experience
SECURITY CLEARANCE
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DHS MBI
- Pursuant to a government contract, US Citizenship is required
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.
