Job Description

Tomcat Support Specialist - 5 Months Contract

Role Purpose

The Tomcat Support Specialist will be responsible for the installation, configuration, administration, and maintenance of Apache Tomcat and Apache web servers. The role requires hands-on experience with application deployment, SSL implementation, troubleshooting, performance monitoring, and server patching to ensure stability, security, and high availability. The successful candidate will also support development teams in deploying Guidewire code and migrating applications across environments.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, document, and maintain installation and configuration guides for Tomcat and Apache environments. Administer Apache Tomcat servers, including starting, shutting down, and monitoring services. Install, configure, and manage Apache Tomcat across various environments. Configure and manage Apache web servers in Linux environments. Implement SSL/TLS setup for both Tomcat and Apache application servers. Deploy applications to Tomcat and Apache servers, ensuring successful rollouts. Debug and troubleshoot application server issues by analyzing logs. Monitor service health and performance, ensuring uptime and reliability. Perform upgrades, downgrades, and apply patches to application servers. Maintain compliance and security by implementing regular updates. Collaborate with development teams to deploy and manage web applications. Manage application data migration processes. Support

Guidewire code deployment

and ensure stability in production environments. Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, processes, and troubleshooting steps.

Qualifications & Certifications

Relevant IT/Computer Science degree or equivalent qualification (preferred). Certifications in

Linux Administration

,

Apache/Tomcat

, or related technologies (advantageous).

Experience & Skills

Minimum

3 years' experience

supporting

Tomcat and Apache environments

. Strong knowledge of

Tomcat administration

, configuration, and application deployment. Proficiency in

Linux system administration

. Experience implementing and managing

SSL/TLS certificates

for secure environments. Hands-on experience with

application deployments

, debugging logs, and issue resolution. Knowledge of

Guidewire code deployment

(preferred). Familiarity with

application server upgrades, patching, and performance monitoring

. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Experience with

data migration

between environments. Solid documentation and communication abilities.
Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 5 months

Work Location: Remote