WebLogic Upgrade Specialist (Middleware Integration)

Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

At least 5 years of experience in Oracle WebLogic Server administration and upgrades.

Proven experience in planning and executing WebLogic upgrades.

Strong understanding of WebLogic architecture, deployment, and administration.

Experience with WebLogic clustering, load balancing, and high availability.

Proficient in Java and scripting languages (e.g. WLST, Python, Shell) for automation.

Familiarity with Oracle databases and SQL.

Excellent problem solving skill and attention to detail.

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Experience with other Oracle Fusion Middleware products (e.g. SOA Suite, OSB).

Knowledge of Cloud platforms (e.g. Oracle Cloud, AWS, Azure).

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

Certification in Oracle WebLogic Server or related technologies.

Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the upgrade of our Oracle WebLogic Server environments and ensure the existing application can work as expected in the upgraded Weblogic server.

This role requires a deep understanding of WebLogic architecture, deployment, and administration. The person will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth and successful upgrade process.

Responsibilities:

Review the 14c release notes to understand the new features, deprecated features and any changes might impact the application.

Assess current WebLogic configurations, and recommend improvements and optimizations.

Perform pre-upgrade assessments, including risk analysis, application code change analysis and mitigation planning.

Plan and execute the upgrade of Oracle WebLogic Server environments.

Implement the necessary Java code changes to ensure compatibility and integration with the upgraded WebLogic server.

Develop test plans and perform comprehensive testing of the application and configuration in the upgraded environment.

Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the WebLogic upgrade.

Document upgrade procedures, configurations, and best practices.

Provide training and support to internal teams on new WebLogic features and functionalities.

Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure seamless integration and minimal downtime.

Monitor the application in the upgraded environment for any issues and performance bottlenecks.

Tune the WebLogic server configurations as needed to optimize performance.