Cloud Middleware Delivery Engineer

Founded and headquartered in Switzerland, Avaloq is continuously expanding its global footprint with around 2,500 colleagues in 12 countries, and more than 170 clients in 35 countries. We are an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions around the world, including private banks and wealth managers, investment managers, as well as retail and neo banks. Our research led approach and continual innovation is powered by the passion and creativity of our colleagues.

We are always looking for talented people to join us on our mission to orchestrate the financial ecosystem and democratize access to wealth management. Avaloq offers the opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading financial institutions as we jointly develop and shape careers. Championing a collaborative, supportive and flexible work environment empowers our colleagues to reach their full potential.

Job Description

We are responsible for building and delivering cloud-based banking environments that are fully operationally ready, ensuring a seamless transition to Run teams and long-term stability of Avaloq platforms.

We are looking for a DevOps Middleware Engineer to join our collaborative Cloud & Infrastructure Delivery Unit (APAC & UK).

In this role, you will implement, configure, and deliver cloud-based environments, working closely with architecture and automation teams to transform approved designs into fully deployed, integrated, and production-ready platforms within defined project timelines.

Cloud Platform Implementation & Delivery

• Build and deliver cloud-based Avaloq banking environments on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
• Implement infrastructure using Avaloq Environment Modeling (EM) technology, leveraging Terraform-based Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Install and configure middleware platforms and application environments as core components of the delivery
• Deploy and configure containerized middleware workloads on Kubernetes/OpenShift platforms
• Ensure environments are delivered in a consistent, automated, and repeatable manner aligned with Avaloq standards
• Support integration of middleware, application, and infrastructure components into a fully functional platform
• Deliver production-ready environments prepared for handover to Run/Operations teams

Middleware & Application Platform Implementation

• Act as the primary owner for middleware layer implementation within delivered environments
• Install, configure, and deploy middleware and application server platforms (JBoss, WebLogic, Tomcat)
• Execute middleware deployments, upgrades, and migrations within project timelines
• Implement secure data transfer and integration mechanisms (SFTP, messaging systems)
• Ensure middleware configurations comply with security, performance, and operational standards

Operational Readiness & Transition

• Validate delivered environments against operational, security, and compliance requirements
• Implement and configure monitoring, logging, and alerting capabilities
• Prepare and deliver handover documentation to Run/Operations teams
• Support go-live activities and stabilization phases

Project Delivery Execution

• Execute delivery tasks in line with project scope, timelines, and quality expectations
• Work closely with architecture, automation, and project management teams
• Identify and resolve delivery blockers and technical dependencies
• Provide accurate progress tracking, effort estimates, and status updates

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or IT, or equivalent professional experience
• Strong Linux knowledge (Windows is a plus)
• Experience with at least one cloud provider (Oracle preferred).
• Hands-on experience with Terraform, Ansible, Git, and Infrastructure as Code practices
• Experience with Kubernetes/OpenShift platforms and containerized workloads
• Experience with J2EE application servers (JBoss, WebLogic, Tomcat)
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, load balancing, secure connectivity)
• Knowledge of secure data transfer (SFTP), SSL, and certificate management
• Experience implementing and integrating middleware and platform components

What You Bring

• Strong hands-on delivery mindset with focus on execution and results
• Experience delivering cloud and middleware platforms in project environments
• Strong collaboration skills across multiple domains and regions
• Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple delivery activities
• Willingness to learn new skills and technologies and continuously improve technical expertise
• Excellent communication skills
• Very good English skills

Additional Information

We realize that managing work life balance is a challenge we all face in our daily lives and in order to support with this we are pleased to offer hybrid and flexible working for most of our Avaloqers to maintain work life balance and still continue our fantastic Avaloq culture in our global offices.

In Avaloq we are proud to embrace diversity and understand the success of our business is built on the power of different opinions, we are whole heartedly committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self.

We hire, compensate and promote regardless of origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other fantastic traits that make us all unique, we have done our best to write this advert in an inclusive and neutral way.

Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations.