Java Application Operations Engineer – ELK, Middleware

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Romania.

📋 Description

• Oversee critical business applications to ensure consistent operation in line with established Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

• Manage and enhance the ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) for effective log management and analysis.

• Analyze production incidents by reviewing application logs, system monitoring data, and conducting technical diagnostics.

• Carry out daily operational tasks involving MySQL, MongoDB, and Elasticsearch.

• Diagnose and resolve application-level issues in Java and Spring Boot applications.

• Provide support for middleware technologies, including RabbitMQ and Apache Kafka.

• Offer operational assistance for SAP applications and associated enterprise systems.

• Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and operations teams to address production incidents.

• Take part in scheduled on-call rotations and respond swiftly to critical system issues.

• Aid in enhancing system reliability, monitoring capabilities, and operational best practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience in supporting enterprise applications within production settings.

• Strong understanding of Java, with the capability to investigate and debug application-related issues.

• Familiarity with Spring Boot applications.

• Hands-on experience with the ELK Stack and log analysis methodologies.

• Proficiency in working with databases and data components, including MySQL, MongoDB, and Elasticsearch.

• Knowledge of messaging and middleware technologies, especially RabbitMQ and Kafka.

• Experience in troubleshooting application incidents and conducting technical diagnostics.

• Familiarity with application monitoring, operational maintenance, and incident management practices.

• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and address production issues promptly.

• Willingness to engage in an on-call support rotation.

• Chinese language proficiency in speaking and listening is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.