Job description

Role: Middleware Specialist - Senior
Location: 222 Jarvis St. Toronto, Ontario (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 Months with possible extension

Core Skills and Experience (40%)

Minimum 7 years of experience in middleware/integration technologies in complex enterprise environments
Proven experience designing, implementing, and supporting integration solutions using middleware platforms
Deep understanding of system integration patterns (synchronous/asynchronous, REST, SOAP, event-driven, messaging)
Strong problem-solving skills with experience troubleshooting across multiple systems and layers (application, middleware, infrastructure)
Experience supporting mission-critical systems with high availability and performance requirements

Technical Skills and Experience (30%)

Expertise in middleware platforms such as IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE), IBM WebSphere, MuleSoft, Azure Integration Services, or similar ESBs
Experience with API Gateway and Management platforms (e.g., IBM API Connect, Azure APIM)
Proficiency in working with messaging and event platforms (e.g., MQ, Kafka, JMS, Event Grid)
Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and hybrid integration scenarios
Knowledge of security protocols and integration (OAuth2.0, SAML, mutual TLS, API keys)
Experience integrating with enterprise platforms such as SharePoint, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Siebel, Curam, or other COTS solutions
Hands-on experience with scripting and automation (e.g., Shell, Python, Ansible, Terraform) for middleware deployment and operations
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices in integration environments

Must Have:.

Minimum 7 years of experience in middleware/integration technologies in complex enterprise environments
Proven experience designing, implementing, and supporting integration solutions using middleware platforms
Deep understanding of system integration patterns (synchronous/asynchronous, REST, SOAP, event-driven, messaging)
Expertise in middleware platforms such as IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE), IBM WebSphere, MuleSoft, Azure Integration Services, or similar ESBs
Experience with API Gateway and Management platforms (e.g., IBM API Connect, Azure APIM)