Linux Middleware Systems Administrator

Role Overview

Unison is seeking a Linux Middleware Systems Administrator to support Linux servers, middleware platforms, Talend services, SOA integrations, and database-connected applications in hosted SaaS environments. This role is responsible for maintaining stable, secure, and available Linux and middleware systems.

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, patch, troubleshoot, and maintain Linux servers, primarily Red Hat Enterprise Linux and similar distributions.
• Support Linux server builds, system baselines, hardening, vulnerability remediation, documentation, and operational procedures.
• Support middleware platforms for application integration, SOA services, APIs, web services, data movement, and batch processing.
• Support Talend components including TAC, JobServers, Runtime, ESB, Tomcat, and Karaf.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, patch, upgrade, deploy, restart, and validate Talend jobs, routes, schedules, logs, runtime services, and middleware components.
• Troubleshoot issues involving connectivity, credentials, permissions, APIs, databases, Java, memory, certificates, and configuration settings.
• Respond to production alerts, outages, Talend failures, Linux issues, middleware incidents, and database connectivity problems.
• Support middleware, Talend, and application connectivity to PostgreSQL, Oracle, and MySQL.
• Troubleshoot database issues involving JDBC drivers, connection strings, ports, credentials, certificates, firewalls, DNS, and service accounts.
• Work with DBA, Hosting, Development, Security, and Support teams to resolve incidents, performance, access, patching, backups, and maintenance.
• Participate in on-call and after-hours production support as needed.
• Follow change management procedures for changes, patches, deployments, configuration updates, and emergency fixes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Linux systems administration experience in a production, SaaS, hosting, or enterprise environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux or similar enterprise Linux platforms.
• Experience supporting middleware, Talend, SOA services, APIs, web services, or application integration platforms.
• Experience with Apache Tomcat, Apache Karaf, Java runtime services, or similar middleware components.
• Experience troubleshooting PostgreSQL, Oracle, and MySQL database connectivity.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, ports, load balancers, VPN, and basic network troubleshooting.
• Experience with patching, vulnerability remediation, system hardening, and operational maintenance.
• Ability to use logs and monitoring tools to investigate system, middleware, Talend, and database connectivity issues.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional technical teams.
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotation and production support.

Physical Requirements

Qualified candidates may need the ability to lift equipment up to 25 lbs., move throughout office or data center facilities as needed, and communicate effectively with coworkers, customers, and technical teams.

Clearance

Applicants may need to be the subject of a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information, to include U.S. Citizenship.

Compensation

Base Salary: $100,000 - $150,000
Final compensation will depend on factors such as geographic location, experience, and qualifications.

In-Person Interview

The hiring process requires one in-person meeting, typically the final interview. Travel and accommodations will be provided.

Remote Work

Though predominantly remote, infrequent office visits will be required at least quarterly. All travel costs for these visits will be covered by Unison.

Why Join Unison

Unison has pioneered the creation of innovative software for federal agencies, program offices, and government contractors worldwide. We believe that there is power in moving in unison. Our culture and values reflect this belief and are central to achieving our mission of powering the business of government. Rather than chasing short-lived tech trends, Unison delivers proven software that simplifies the complexities of federal business. Our technology combines innovative thinking with precise federal know-how, addressing critical details others overlook. Designed with purpose and engineered to endure, our software provides consistent performance, allowing federal agencies and contractors to stay focused on their missions. Unison provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability status, age, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.