Lead MuleSoft Integration Developer

Join our team as a Lead MuleSoft Integration Developer and play a critical role in designing, developing, and implementing top-tier enterprise integration solutions leveraging the MuleSoft Anypoint Platform. We are looking for a candidate with extensive experience in API-led connectivity, system-to-system (STL), and point-to-point (P2P) integrations. Your expertise should encompass integration patterns, secure data exchange protocols (SFTP, TLS, OAuth 2.0), Azure-native integration services, and API lifecycle management.

In this position, you will utilize AI-accelerated development tools such as Cursor AI Editor, Model Context Protocol (MCP), Agent-to-Agent (A2A) protocols, and Agentic AI frameworks. You will also contribute significantly to solution architecture, Azure integration design, team mentorship , and ensuring that our integration solutions maintain the highest standards of scalability, security, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

MuleSoft Development & Architecture (70%)

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of MuleSoft APIs, STL flows, and P2P integrations using Anypoint Studio and CloudHub.
• Analyze and validate functional and technical specifications, converting them into secure and scalable MuleSoft solutions.
• Utilize advanced integration patterns such as request-reply, publish/subscribe, scatter-gather, content-based routing, and idempotent processing.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive Technical Solution Documents (TSDs), inclusive of detailed mappings, architectural diagrams, and sequence flows.
• Implement secure integration solutions with protocols like SFTP, TLS mutual authentication, and OAuth 2.0.
• Create robust mUnit test suites to ensure high code coverage and facilitate automated regression testing.
• Optimize API performance utilizing DataWeave transformations, payload streaming, and caching strategies.
• Establish comprehensive logging, monitoring, and alerting mechanisms through Splunk and Anypoint Monitoring.
• Manage the API lifecycle via Anypoint API Manager, enforcing policies and ensuring compliance.
• Leverage AI-driven tools (Cursor AI Editor, MCP, A2A protocols, Agentic AI frameworks) to enhance development productivity, automate testing, and streamline documentation processes.
• Integrate MuleSoft APIs with Azure API Management (APIM) , enforcing policies and implementing OAuth 2.0 / OpenID Connect security.

DevOps, CI/CD, and Database Expertise (30%)

• Design and sustain Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines for MuleSoft deployments, integrating mUnit, SonarQube, Snyk, and artifact repositories.
• Collaborate with ERP teams (e.g., Oracle ERP) to deliver resilient and fault-tolerant integrations.
• Utilize expertise in relational and NoSQL databases (Oracle, SQL Server, DB2), with a focus on SQL query optimization and performance tuning.
• Conduct troubleshooting and root cause analysis for production issues, implementing effective permanent solutions.
• Ensure adherence to enterprise security, audit, and governance standards.
• Integrate Azure Key Vault for secure management of credentials and certificates in MuleSoft flows.
• Possess a solid understanding of Azure Monitor and Application Insights for integrated observability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (required).
• Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field (preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise integration development, with at least 5+ years focused on MuleSoft Anypoint Platform.
• MuleSoft Certified Developer (Level 1 or higher) required; certifications in MuleSoft Certified Integration Architect or Platform Architect are preferred.
• Expertise in API-led architecture, STL, and P2P integration
• In-depth knowledge of integration patterns, SFTP/TLS/OAuth security protocols, and best practices for MuleSoft error handling.
• Proven ability to create and evaluate TSDs and architectural design documents.
• Strong proficiency in mUnit testing with an emphasis on achieving high test coverage.
• Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps and Git for CI/CD automation.
• Advanced SQL skills with Oracle, SQL Server, and DB2 focusing on query optimization and diagnostics.
• Experience with Oracle ERP integrations and familiarity with its data models.
• Proficiency in using Splunk for log analysis and operational monitoring.
• Insight into API governance, including policy creation and enforcement via Anypoint API Manager.
• Strong knowledge of Azure integration services: APIM, Service Bus, Event Grid, Azure Storage, Functions, Logic Apps, ADF, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Key Vault.
• Familiarity with AI tools, including Cursor AI Editor, MCP, A2A protocols, and Agentic AI frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to lead technical discussions and mentor junior developers effectively.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Benefits & Perks:

We offer an array of benefits, including 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, and Employee Referral Bonuses.

UniFirst is an international leader in the garment and uniform services industry. We employ over 14,000 team partners serving 300,000 business customers across the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

Recognized among the top 10 in Selling Power magazine's Best Companies to Sell For list and featured in Forbes magazine's Platinum 400 - Best Big Companies list, joining our team offers exciting growth opportunities.

UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against individuals based on race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.