Middleware System Administrator

Join a forward-thinking technology and digital engineering team as an MQ Administrator, where you’ll manage enterprise messaging platforms and contribute to cloud solutions and AI-powered digital transformation initiatives. You will ensure messaging systems are secure, reliable, and high-performing, while collaborating with infrastructure, development, and platform teams to support modern, event-driven architectures.

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• Deploy, configure, and maintain IBM MQ queue managers on Linux/Unix
  
• Manage queues, channels, listeners, clusters, and high-availability setups
  
• Implement security measures including TLS, certificates, and CHLAUTH
  
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and resolve incidents quickly
  
• Plan capacity, support disaster recovery, and automate routine tasks
  
• Provide infrastructure support for Kafka, Solace, or other event broker platforms
  
• Define operational standards and enforce best practices for messaging
  

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• 6–8+ years of hands‑on experience managing IBM MQ in distributed environments
  
• Deep understanding of MQ clustering, security configurations, and performance optimization
  
• Solid experience working on Linux/Unix systems
  
• Skilled in scripting or automation using Shell, Ansible, or Python
  
• Proven track record in supporting enterprise‑scale production messaging platforms
  
• Based in Ireland with valid work authorization
  

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• Basic knowledge of SQL for platform management
  
• Familiarity with Jenkins for CI/CD or automation tasks
  
• Experience with RDMQ or similar messaging technologies
  
• Interest in leveraging AI or automation tools to improve messaging operations
  

This opportunity is managed by Sperton Norway, an international recruitment and consulting firm connecting skilled professionals with global technology and engineering organizations.