What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middleware Administrator position at Murray State University?
Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities :
Responsible for implementation, configuration, and maintenance of middleware reporting and / or database technologies and platforms. Ensures seamless integration and communication between different systems. Collaborates with cross-functional teams, troubleshoots issues, and optimizes performance to support efficient data exchange and interoperability.
Implementing and configuring middleware and reporting and / or database solutions to support system integration and data exchange.
Collaborating with software developers, system administrators, and other stakeholders to understand integration requirements and design appropriate middleware solutions.
Monitoring and maintaining the middleware infrastructure to ensure availability, reliability, and performance.
Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to middleware systems, interfaces, and connectivity.
Conducting regular assessments and audits of middleware systems to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary upgrades or enhancements.
Performing capacity planning and scalability analysis to ensure the middleware infrastructure can handle increasing data volumes and system demands.
Collaborating with security teams to implement and maintain appropriate security measures and protocols for middleware systems.
Providing technical guidance and support to development teams on middleware-related matters.
Create and maintain documentation related to middleware configurations, processes, and procedures.
Staying up-to-date with emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in middleware and integration domains.
Participating in the evaluation and selection of middleware tools, technologies, and vendors.
Assisting in the planning and execution of integration testing and performance testing activities.
Collaborating with project teams to ensure middleware requirements are considered in system design and implementation.
Conducting training sessions and workshops to educate users and stakeholders on middleware usage and best practices.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education Requirements :
- Bachelor’s Degree required. Demonstrable experience as a Windows administrator, Linux Systems administrator, Database administrator and / or Application administrator, may be exchanged for the bachelor’s degree requirements on a year-for-year basis.
Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements :
One (1) year of experience as a Windows administrator, Linux Systems administrator, Database administrator and / or Application administrator is required.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
Excellent organization, writing, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Special Instructions to Applicants :
Along with the application, the following items must be included :
Letter of application
Resume
For best consideration, please submit a completed application along with all required materials by January 3, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Work Location : Murray, KY
