Application Server Admin

Actual annual compensation offered will be based on several variables including geographic location, work experience, education, and skills/ achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer. The average compensation for this role is $80,000–120,000 CAD About The Role:

The Application/Middleware Administrator is responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of middleware technologies and application platforms. This role ensures the reliable operation of critical middleware components that support enterprise applications.

What You'll Do:

• Install, configure, and maintain middleware technologies such as Apache NiFi, Redis, Nginx, Hadoop Ecosystem, and related tools.

• Deploy and manage applications on container platforms like Kubernetes.

• Monitor performance, availability, and health of middleware services.

• Perform routine patching, upgrades, backups, and recovery procedures.

• Troubleshoot issues related to application connectivity, data flows, caching, and web serving.

• Implement basic security configurations and access controls.

• Automate repetitive tasks using scripting and configuration tools.

• Provide support to development and operations teams.

• Strengthen monitoring, alerting, performance degradation management(downgrade), and emergency intervention for relevant applications, while participating in stability efforts including drills (BCP), emergency mitigation measures, and post-incident reviews.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 1–5 years of experience in middleware or application administration.

• Hands-on experience with Apache NiFi (data flow management), Redis (caching and in-memory data store), Nginx (web server/reverse proxy), and Kubernetes (container orchestration), Kafka (message-oriented middleware).

• Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments and shell scripting (Bash).

• Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and basic cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Understanding of networking, load balancing, TLS/SSL, and security best practices.

• Experience with monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).

• Understand distributed system architecture and microservice design preferred.

• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Kubernetes Certified Administrator, Redis Certified Developer) preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Consistent non-standard work or overtime as business requires.

• On-call availability required as necessary.

• Professional, office environment.

• Some travel required.

La rémunération annuelle réelle offerte sera déterminée en fonction de plusieurs variables, incluant la région géographique, l'expérience de travail, la formation ainsi que les compétences et réalisations. Elle sera convenue mutuellement au moment de l'offre. La rémunération moyenne pour ce poste se situe entre et CAD.

À propos du rôle

L'administrateur(trice) des applications et du middleware est responsable de l'installation, de la configuration, de l'entretien et du soutien des technologies middleware et des plateformes applicatives. Ce rôle assure le fonctionnement fiable des composants middleware essentiels qui soutiennent les applications d'entreprise.

Ce que vous ferez

• Installer, configurer et maintenir les technologies middleware telles qu'Apache NiFi, Redis, Nginx, l'écosystème Hadoop et les outils connexes.

• Déployer et gérer des applications sur des plateformes de conteneurs comme Kubernetes.

• Surveiller la performance, la disponibilité et la santé des services middleware.

• Effectuer les correctifs, mises à jour, sauvegardes et procédures de récupération de façon régulière.

• Dépanner les problèmes liés à la connectivité applicative, aux flux de données, à la mise en cache et à la diffusion Web.

• Mettre en œuvre des configurations de sécurité de base et des contrôles d'accès.

• Automatiser les tâches répétitives à l'aide de scripts et d'outils de configuration.

• Fournir du soutien aux équipes de développement et d'opérations.

• Renforcer la surveillance, l'alerte, la gestion de la dégradation de performance et l'intervention d'urgence pour les applications concernées, tout en participant aux efforts de stabilité, incluant les exercices BCP, les mesures d'atténuation d'urgence et les analyses post‑incident.

Ce que nous recherchons

• Baccalauréat en informatique, TI ou domaine connexe (ou expérience équivalente).

• 1 à 5 ans d'expérience en administration middleware ou applicative.

• Expérience pratique avec Apache NiFi (gestion des flux de données), Redis (cache et stockage en mémoire), Nginx (serveur Web/proxy inverse), Kubernetes (orchestration de conteneurs) et Kafka (middleware orienté messages).

• Maîtrise des environnements Linux/Unix et du scripting shell (Bash).

• Connaissance de la conteneurisation (Docker) et des plateformes infonuagiques de base (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Compréhension du réseautage, de l'équilibrage de charge, du TLS/SSL et des meilleures pratiques de sécurité.

• Expérience avec les outils de surveillance (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).

• Compréhension de l'architecture des systèmes distribués et du design microservices (atout).

• Bonnes aptitudes en résolution de problèmes et capacité à travailler en équipe.

• Certifications pertinentes (ex. : Kubernetes Certified Administrator, Redis Certified Developer) considérées comme un atout.

Conditions de travail

• Heures de travail non standard ou heures supplémentaires fréquentes selon les besoins.

• Disponibilité en mode garde (on‑call) au besoin.

• Environnement professionnel de bureau.

Key Skills

Apache NiFi, Big Data, Cloud Platform, Hadoop Ecosystem, Kubernetes, Microservices Architecture, Network Communications, Network Systems, Nginx Web Server, Redis, Redis Cache, Training, Troubleshooting

At TD SYNNEX, our values guide everything we do: Together, We Own It, We Dare to Go, We Grow and Win, and above all, We Do the Right Thing. These principles shape how we work with each other, our partners, and our communities as we drive innovation and create lasting impact.

What's In It For You?

• Elective Benefits: Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.
• Grow Your Career: Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on-demand courses.
• Elevate Your Personal Well-Being: Boost your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: It's not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer-to-peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
• Make the Most of our Global Organization: Network with other new co-workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.
• Connect with Your Community: Participate in internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.

Don't meet every single requirement? Apply anyway.

At TD SYNNEX, we're proud to be recognized as a great place to work and a leader in the promotion and practice of diversity, equity and inclusion. If you're excited about working for our company and believe you're a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply. You may be exactly the person we're looking for

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a team that represents and empowers a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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