Junior Integration​/Middleware Engineer – IBM DataPower

An entry‑level to junior role supporting the development, configuration, and support of API and integration services using IBM Web Sphere Data Power
. The role works under senior guidance and focuses on learning enterprise integration, API security, and middleware operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in configuring IBM Data Power services (MPGW, WSP, XML Firewall)
• Support REST and SOAP API integrations
• Apply basic security configurations (SSL/TLS, certificates, authentication)
• Develop simple transformations using Gateway Script, XSLT, or XQuery
• Monitor and troubleshoot integration issues in non‑production and production environments
• Work closely with senior engineers and follow established integration standards

Required Technical Skills

• Basic understanding of IBM Data Power or API gateways
• REST and SOAP fundamentals
• XML / JSON message formats
• Introductory knowledge of Gateway Script, XSLT, or XQuery
• Awareness of API security concepts
• Willingness to learn troubleshooting and support tools

Nice to Have

• Exposure to IBM API Connect
• Understanding of SOA or integration concepts
• Docker, Kubernetes, or Open Shift fundamentals
• Git-based source control and Jira

Experience & Profile

• 0–2 years’ experience in middleware, integration, or API development
• Internship, graduate, or junior enterprise exposure acceptable
• Strong learning mindset and attention to detail
• Good communication and teamwork skills