Java Application Systems Engineer

INTRODUCING PUBLIXCome join a company that has built its reputation on providing premier customer service. For years, Publix has been the top-ranking supermarket chain in the nation on the American Customer Satisfaction Index.Come join a company that treats associates as family. Thanks to our founder, George Jenkins, all eligible associates are shareholders in Publix. Our annual survey of associates shows strong job satisfaction. Many in our family stay with us for more than 20 years. No wonder we have been on Fortune magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For� list 10 consecutive years!Come join a company whose continual growth provides ongoing opportunities for advancing your career. Publix has 138,000 associates, around 900 stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina and Tennessee, and opens about 40 new stores a year. Our support system of manufacturing plants, distribution centers and corporate offices are expanding to serve that growth. Come join a company that is financially sound, ethically strong and committed to diversity in all respects.Department: Information Systems Position Description:One of the following positions is now available:- Sr Systems Engineer- Sr Systems Engineer/Staff SpecialistThe position interviewed for will depend on the skill set. The primary responsibilities for these position are :• engineer, configure, support, and tune J2EE application server solutions,• define, develop, maintain, and advise on the effective use of J2EE web application technology architecture,• software installation, configuration, integration, and performance tuning of web application servers,• monitor Java application servers and applications for errors and performance problems,• setup and configure JMS queues,• create SNMP traps for MIBs,• setup and configure JTA as needed,• support deployments and migration of configuration,• problem management activities, • consultation, • project team participation, and• new technology awareness, research, and system integration. Required Qualifications:• must have a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or an analytical discipline and/or equivalent experience,• must have at least four years of recent experience as a Technical Lead or Lead Systems Engineer on Java Application Server technologies in a large enterprise environment,• must have experience with BEA WebLogic and/or IBM WebSphere ND that includes experience with:• clustered environments• scripting language within application server• the plug in to the web server• SSL to secure the administration• must have experience with various versions of Unix and Windows operating systems,• must have an understanding of Java development and methodologies,• must have detailed knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting J2EE web application server/containers, • must have experience & understanding of automated deployment process using ANT, EARs, WARs, and JARs,• must have experience troubleshooting JVM memory and performance problems,• must have experience on using JMX for proactive monitoring,• excellent attendance and punctuality record,• excellent communication and team skills,• demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision,• high degree of self-motivation, commitment, and integrity, and• must show enthusiasm, initiative, pride in work and a • commitment to Publix and our Mission. Preferred Qualifications:• experience working with web server technologies,• experience with Single Sign On (SSO) technologies,• experience with Oracle application server• experience with IBM MQ Series integration,• experience with internet facing applications,• experience with SSL certificate generation/maintenance,• experience with web services security,• experience with JMS queues,• experience with JTA,• experience with SNMP,• understanding of XML, • experience with RDBMS technologies including Oracle and SQL Server,• Java certification,• understanding of the ITIL and MOF frameworks along with the incident, problem, and change management processes,• experience with Vignette Application Portal is a plus, and • experience with Content Management systems, such as Interwoven TeamSite is a plusCompensation: - Pay Type: Salaried- Minimum Base Pay: $5,135.00- Maximum Base Pay: $9,170.00- Year End Bonus: Year-end bonus equal to one month's pay (pro-rated in the first year) if associate remains employed through Dec. 31.- Incentive Bonus: NA- Potential Annual Pay with Bonus: $66,755 - 119,210Benefits:? Premium pay for hourly associates who work Sundays and Publix-paid holidays? Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost? An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock ? 401(k) retirement savings plan ? Group health plan (with prescription benefits) ? Group dental plan? Group vision plan ? Sick pay? Long-term disability pay? Company-paid life insurance (with accidental death & dismemberment benefits) ? Tuition reimbursement? Vacation pay? 6 paid holidays (can be used on other days) ? Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria ? Paycheck direct deposit option ? Credit union? Discounts on computer, vehicle and wireless purchases? Theme park discountsPublix is proud to be an equal opportunity employer..