Pauwels Consulting
EN
Middleware & ESB Engineer – Python / Openshift
Brussels-Capital
Digital - Development
Reference number: 90469

Join a multidisciplinary infrastructure and middleware team responsible for managing core integration assets and maintaining high-availability enterprise platforms.

As a Middleware & ESB Engineer, you’ll support day-to-day operations, configuration management, and automation across the organization’s middleware and containerized environments.

This role blends system administration, DevOps practices, and scripting with exposure to both modern and legacy integration technologies.

Your Role

  • You manage middleware and ESB assets within a multi-technology environment.
  • You execute operational and administrative tasks related to Change Management, Release Management, and Technical Release processes.
  • You maintain and update ESB configurations (certificates, security, network flows) using internal management tools such as Scmportal and the CMDB.
  • You perform Openshift platform operations, including deployment, configuration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
  • You maintain and improve Python scripts used for automation and asset integration.
  • You collaborate with network, infrastructure, and development teams to ensure smooth middleware and integration performance.

What are we looking for?

Must-Have Skills

  • Solid understanding of network standards (IPv4/IPv6, routing, firewalls).
  • Good knowledge of Middleware JEE environments.
  • Familiarity with web service standards: SOAP and REST.
  • Hands-on experience with Python scripting (Java experience is a plus).
  • Working experience with Openshift or other container platforms.
  • Language requirement: Passive bilingual proficiency in Dutch and French; strong understanding of both for communication and documentation.

Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Knowledge of Docker and containerized deployment workflows.
  • Exposure to WebSphere or other legacy middleware systems.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and release automation.
  • Familiarity with security configuration and certificate management in enterprise middleware contexts.

What do we offer?

Location: Brussels (hybrid)

Contract: Freelance or Permanent

Start date: ASAP

Duration: 12 months (extendable)

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