Middleware Developer IBM

We are seeking a highly skilled Middleware Developer specializing in IBM technologies to join our IT Transformation & Digital Channels team. The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience with IBM API Connect, IBM Data Power, and Java-based API development, alongside a strong understanding of microservices, API security, and cloud-native integration. This role is vital to the development, deployment, and governance of secure and scalable APIs in support of our banking platforms.
Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and manage APIs using IBM API Connect and IBM Data Power
• Design and implement API security mechanisms including OAuth 2.0, JWT, Mutual TLS, and API Keys
• Develop RESTful and SOAP APIs using Java (Spring Boot, JEE)
• Configure and manage API Gateway policies (rate limiting, caching, transformation)
• Integrate and manage full API lifecycle and versioning strategies
• Collaborate with Dev Ops and backend teams for seamless deployment and system integration
• Ensure compliance with governance, performance, scalability, and security best practices
• Debug and resolve production and pre-production API-related issues
• Integrate APIs with message brokers (Kafka, Rabbit
  
  MQ, IBM MQ) and backend databases
• Monitor, log, and analyze API behavior using tools such as ELK Stack, Splunk, and Prometheus

Core Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team
• Excellent written and verbal communication and documentation skills
• Adaptability to new technologies and fast-changing environments

Technical Skills & Experience

• 46 years of experience in middleware and API development
• Deep expertise in IBM API Connect and IBM Data Power
• Proficient in microservices architecture and cloud-native APIs
• Familiarity with cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, IBM Cloud
• API Security implementation: OAuth 2.0, JWT, Mutual TLS, API Keys
• Experience with API testing (Postman), specifications (Swagger/OpenAPI), and deployment pipelines (CI/CD with Jenkins, Git Hub Actions)
• Hands‑on with Kubernetes, Docker, and containerized deployment
• Familiarity with Graph
  
  QL and gRPC is a plus
• Knowledge in database connectivity (SQL/No
  
  SQL), JDBC, Hibernate
• API performance testing using JMeter, Gatling, or Locust
• Exposure to Event‑Driven Architecture and API logging/monitoring solutions

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Preferred:
  Certification in IBM API Connect and Java SE/EE
• Additional training in Microservices Architecture and Advanced Java is an advantage

• English Language Proficiency:
  Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing
• Arabic Language Proficiency:
  Optional but beneficial
• Preferred previous work experience in banking or financial services
• Candidates will be evaluated through technical screening on API architecture, security, gateway policies, lifecycle management, and debugging practices