Software Engineer
First seen by Alion on Nov 3, 2026.
Job Overview
We are looking for an experienced Middleware Specialist with strong hands-on expertise in IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE), IBM MQ and Java Spring Framework.
The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, deploying and supporting enterprise integration solutions. The role involves managing middleware environments, implementing integration flows, supporting financial messaging requirements and ensuring the stability and performance of production integration platforms.
Key Responsibilities
1. IBM ACE Development & AdministrationDesign, develop and deploy integration flows using IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE) v11/v12.
Administer, configure and troubleshoot IBM ACE environments.
Monitor middleware platform performance, availability and reliability.
Support enterprise integration projects and migration initiatives.
Perform troubleshooting and resolve integration-related issues.
Develop backend components using Java Spring Framework.
Build and maintain integration services and supporting application components.
Implement enterprise integration patterns and best practices.
Collaborate with development teams to deliver reliable integration solutions.
Configure, manage and troubleshoot IBM MQ environments.
Support message queues and communication between enterprise applications.
Monitor messaging services and resolve message processing failures.
Ensure reliable and secure message delivery.
Interpret and implement solutions using SWIFT messaging formats.
Support financial services integration and messaging requirements.
Troubleshoot messaging and transaction processing issues.
Ensure accuracy and reliability of financial integration flows.
Support CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
Use GitHub for source code management and version control.
Work with Linux environments for deployment, monitoring and troubleshooting.
Follow established software development and release management practices.
Provide production support and resolve technical incidents.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve integration issues.
Maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams and code change records.
Mandatory Technical Skills
IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE) v11/v12.
IBM MQ and Message-Oriented Middleware.
Java Spring Framework.
Linux Operating System.
SWIFT Messaging Formats.
GitHub and CI/CD Pipelines.
Enterprise Integration Patterns.
Middleware Administration and Troubleshooting.
Production Support and Incident Resolution.
Preferred Skills
IBM ACE Upgrade and Migration Projects.
Docker and Containerization.
Kubernetes.
Financial Services Integration.
Enterprise Application Integration.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related discipline.
Additional Requirements
Minimum 5 years of relevant hands-on technical experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional technical teams.
Skills
Liaising with cross functional teams, Migration Projects, Design, Enterprise Integration Solution, Troubleshooting Procedures, Monitor systems performance, Spring Framework, Software Engineering, ACE, Written Communication, Attention to Detail, Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills, Software Design, C#, Backend Development, C++