IBM Sterling Connect::Direct /MFT Engineer

Introduction:

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Managed File Transfer (MFT) Engineer / System Analyst III to support and enhance enterprise MFT platforms within a large-scale environment. The focus will be on driving AI adoption, delivering platform enhancements, advancing automation, and enabling smarter operational support. This role will be fully remote and may be extended after a 6-month assignment.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and enhance enterprise Managed File Transfer (MFT) solutions using IBM Sterling platforms
• Provide Level 3 (L3) on call and escalation support for production issues when escalated beyond offshore support teams
• Focus on engineering initiatives such as platform enhancements, optimization, and automation of MFT processes
• Support and administer IBM Sterling technologies including SFG, SSP, SEAS, B2Bi, and Connect:Direct
• Analyze current systems and workflows to identify gaps, performance issues, and automation opportunities
• Collaborate with application teams, infrastructure, security, and business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions
• Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance on secure file transfer architecture and best practices

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience supporting enterprise integration or application platforms
• Strong hands-on experience with IBM Sterling MFT, especially SFG and Connect:Direct
• Proven ability to design and deliver engineering enhancements, automation, and reliability improvements in MFT environments
• Experience evaluating existing integration systems and recommending improvements to stability, scalability, and workflow efficiency
• Hands-on experience or strong interest in AI adoption and implementation
• Strong documentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with distributed and remote teams

Preferred / Additional Skills:

• Experience with automation frameworks, scripting, or orchestration tools
• Strong Linux/Unix knowledge and familiarity with enterprise scheduling systems
• EDI experience is not required, emphasis is on SFG, Connect:Direct, automation, AI adoption, and modernization initiatives

Additional Job Requirements: Less EDI experience, more SFG/CD/Automation experience is key.