The Judge Group · 15 hours ago
Middleware Engineering Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $170K/yr
7+ years expThe Judge Group is seeking a Middleware Engineering Manager to lead a team responsible for deploying and optimizing middleware messaging technologies. This role involves guiding technical strategy, driving operational excellence, and ensuring the reliability and security of middleware services.
E-LearningInformation TechnologyProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Lead the installation, configuration, and lifecycle management of third‑party middleware technologies across multiple operating systems
Provide architectural guidance and collaborate with application development teams on the design and implementation of solutions using middleware components
Oversee configuration and maintenance of production, development, and test environments to ensure high availability of application services
Direct the creation of automation scripts and pipelines using tools such as Jenkins and Ansible
Ensure performance tuning and optimization of middleware services
Design and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity solutions for middleware platforms
Ensure secure implementation of middleware technologies in alignment with security best practices
Advise leadership on middleware technology trends, tools, and best‑practice product selections
Guide the team in diagnosing and resolving complex configuration and support issues across environments
Ensure creation and maintenance of operational runbooks, procedural guides, and troubleshooting documentation
Own the successful delivery of highly complex initiatives impacting cross‑functional systems
Manage day‑to‑day activities of the middleware engineering team
Coach, mentor, and develop team members to build strong technical and problem‑solving capabilities
Qualification
Required
7+ years of relevant technical experience, including hands‑on people management
Excellent critical thinking, decision‑making, and problem‑solving abilities
Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and remain effective under pressure
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
Proven experience working in crisis or high‑severity operational situations
Systems administration and change management practices
J2EE application services
Message‑oriented middleware
Internet and web technologies
ITIL best practices
Scripting and coding (any major scripting language)
Network technologies
CI/CD tools and pipelines
Cloud‑native application architecture
Microservices‑supporting technologies
File transfer protocols (e.g., SFTP)
Encryption technologies (SSL/TLS, PKI management)
Security controls in software environments
Preferred
Certifications such as: AWS Solutions Architect
Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
Benefits
Bonus
Company
The Judge Group
Results through the Power of Experience.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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