Middleware Engineer III

Middleware Engineer III (IBM APIC & IBM MQ)
Location: Remote, USA (Must work EST Hours)
Duration: Long Term Contract

Required Skills
* IBM API Connect (APIC)   * IBM MQ (MQSeries)
* IBM DataPower  * IBM ACE / IBM Integration Bus (IIB)
* Kafka   * OpenShift   * WebSphere   * Tomcat
* Java, Python, Node.js, SQL
* Azure Cloud (Preferred)
* DevOps / Infrastructure Automation
* Middleware Administration & Production Support

We are seeking a Middleware Engineer III with strong experience supporting enterprise middleware platforms. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installation, deployment, administration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning of IBM middleware technologies in a production environment.

Responsibilities
* Administer IBM MQ, IBM API Connect (APIC), DataPower, Kafka, WebSphere, OpenShift, Tomcat, and IBM ACE/IIB environments.
* Perform middleware installation, configuration, deployment, upgrades, and monitoring.
* Troubleshoot production issues and provide advanced problem resolution.
* Support enterprise application integrations across on-premises and cloud platforms.
* Develop and maintain middleware documentation and operational procedures.
* Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams on deployments and system improvements.
* Participate in scheduled maintenance and production support activities.

Required Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
* 5+ years of Middleware Engineering experience.
* Strong hands-on experience with IBM APIC and IBM MQ.
* Experience with IBM DataPower, Kafka, OpenShift, WebSphere, and IBM ACE/IIB.
* Experience with Java, Python, Node.js, or SQL.
* Experience supporting cloud integrations (Azure preferred).
* Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.