Middleware SRE - Assistant Vice President

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Who we are looking for
We are seeking a highly skilled  SRE   Automation Engineer  to join the State Street Middleware Application Infrastructure Team. Our team manages and supports a wide range of Web and Application server technologies including Web Sphere, JBoss, IIS, and other middleware platforms across the Bank, such as MQ, Kafka, Autosys, and file transfer platforms (MFT).
The ideal candidate will excel in fast‑paced  2‑week Agile (Scrum/Kanban) cycles , bringing strong scripting capabilities, CI/CD experience, and a collaborative mindset to deliver high‑quality automation within tight timelines.
This role will focus on designing, developing, and implementing automation solutions for BAU operations, self‑service enablement, workflow orchestration, and AI‑driven operational efficiencies. A strong technical foundation, problem‑solving orientation, and passion for continuous service improvement are essential for success.
What you will be responsible for
As a Middleware Automation Engineer, you will have:
Programming Proficiency:  Strong experience in languages like Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#
API & Backend Testing:  Hands-on experience with API automation (RESTful APIs) to test backend systems, which is crucial for faster, more stable tests compared to UI-only testing.
CI/CD Integration:  Knowledge of continuous integration/deployment tools such as Jenkins, Git Hub Actions, Git Lab CI, or Azure Dev Ops to run automated tests on every code commit.
Agile Ceremonies:  Active participation in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectives.
Tooling (Ticketing) :
Skilled in Jira, Service Now, and Confluence for managing defects and user stories.
Design and develop  end‑to‑end BAU  tasks automations, including:  Self-service workflows
Infrastructure provisioning
Configuration automation
Remediation playbooks using AI/ML where applicable

What we value
These skills & experience will help you succeed in this role
Automation & Scripting
Hands-on proficiency with:  UNIX Shell scripting
Python programming
Ansible Core / Ansible Tower
Service Now workflows and automation
Familiarity with modern AI/Automation platforms is a strong plus

Security & Protocols
Solid understanding of SSL/TLS, SSH, encryption standards, certificates, and key lifecycle management
Solid understanding on Azure AD, Forge Rock, MFA, SSO integration
Soft Skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to manage multiple high‑priority tasks simultaneously.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across diverse teams.
A mindset focused on  innovation, automation, and continuous service improvement .
Education &

Preferred Qualifications
8+ year of IT experience in Middleware and Automation
Bachelor in Computer Science or equivalent
Work Schedule
No Hybrid Working. It is fully Working from Office
Schedule - APAC (6 am to 3 pm) or EMEA (2 pm to 11 pm)
Location - Hyderabad only (Candidates not willing to relocate need not apply)
Additionally

Experience with cloud-native platforms
Exposure to observability tools such as Dynatrace, Splunk, or similar
ITIL certification or operational process experience

Experience with AI-based operational automation (AIOps) is highly advantageous
Keywords (If any)
#Unix Scripting #Python #Ansible #Service Now #Azure

AD #Forge Rock #MFA #SSO #SSL #AI #Automation #JavaScript #Jira #Agile Framework
About State Street   Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you'll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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