Job Type: Permanent
Work Mode: Remote
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Micro Focus Administrator / Rocket Software Enterprise Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize enterprise-level systems built on Micro Focus and/or Rocket Software platforms. The role requires strong expertise in system administration, troubleshooting, performance tuning, upgrades, integrations, and automation across enterprise environments.
The ideal candidate will work closely with infrastructure, application, and security teams to ensure stable, secure, and efficient system operations.
Key Responsibilities Micro Focus / Rocket Software Platform Administration
· Install, configure, and maintain Micro Focus or Rocket Software enterprise suites (e.g., Enterprise Server, COBOL environments, UFT, ALM, Service Manager, Enterprise Developer, Rocket Process Automation, Rocket Terminal Emulation, or equivalent).
· Perform system upgrades, patches, and migrations to ensure platform stability and compliance.
· Troubleshoot platform issues, analyze logs, and resolve performance bottlenecks.
· Manage licensing, user provisioning, and configuration across environments (Dev, QA, Prod).
System Operations & Maintenance
· Monitor application and server health, availability, and capacity using enterprise monitoring tools.
· Optimize system performance, including memory, CPU, I/O, job scheduling, and workload balancing.
· Conduct root-cause analysis (RCA) for production incidents and implement preventive measures.
· Maintain system documentation, architecture diagrams, and SOPs.
Integration & Automation
· Integrate Micro Focus/Rocket tools with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems, and automation frameworks.
· Develop scripts (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Shell) to automate tasks, deployments, and maintenance activities.
· Support DevOps and modernization initiatives for legacy workloads.
Security & Compliance
· Implement security best practices, patch management, and vulnerability remediation.
· Ensure compliance with internal governance, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.
· Work with security teams on access control, encryption, and secure configurations.
Collaboration & Support
· Provide L2/L3 technical support for application and infrastructure teams.
· Liaise with vendors (Micro Focus/Rocket Software) for support, issue resolution, and product guidance.
· Participate in on-call rotations for production support.
Required Skills & Qualifications
· 7–10 years of hands-on experience administering Micro Focus and/or Rocket Software enterprise tools.
· Strong proficiency in:
o Micro Focus Enterprise Server / Enterprise Developer / COBOL environments
o or Rocket Software tools (Rocket Terminal, Rocket Enterprise Automation, Rocket Modernization tools)
· Deep understanding of Windows/Linux server environments.
· Experience with scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Shell, Python).
· Knowledge of CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub Actions).
· Familiarity with enterprise monitoring tools (Splunk, Dynatrace, Nagios, etc.).
· Strong expertise in troubleshooting, performance tuning, and platform optimization.
· Understanding of networking fundamentals, firewalls, and load balancing.
· Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
· Certifications in Micro Focus or Rocket Software (if applicable).
· Experience with cloud environments (Azure/AWS).
· Knowledge of legacy modernization or workload migration strategies.
· Exposure to ITIL processes (Incident, Problem, Change Management).
Soft Skills
· Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
· Ownership mindset with proactive attitude
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional team
· Strong documentation and communication skills