Integration Architect

Required Qualifications

Core Concepts

• Deep understanding of API design and REST principles (focus on why vs. how )
• Strong knowledge of Microservices architecture and SOA
• Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and canonical data modeling
• API-first development using OpenAPI 3.0
• Event-driven and loosely coupled architectures
• Strong design thinking, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to clearly communicate design intent, trade-offs, and architectural decisions

Tools & Technologies

• IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE) primary orchestration platform
• Spring Boot strategic, forward-looking requirement
• API Gateway evolution:
• Transition from IBM API Connect (APIC) to Kong (runtime) and Apigee (management)
• Containerization and deployment via OpenShift
• Kafka (event streaming platform)
• ODM (Operational Decision Manager) rules engine
• Experience in multi-cloud environments (Google Cloud Platform preferred; AWS/Azure acceptable)