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Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima, LLC company provides turnkey solutions that offer better systems, tools, and methods to further your goals, reduce costs, and streamline operations. From requirements analysis, design, and implementation to operations and training ADM's personnel are well-versed in best practices across Enterprise IT, Mission Support Services, and Specialized Technologies.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced MuleSoft Architect to join our dynamic and innovative team. The ideal candidate will be a technical leader with a deep understanding of the MuleSoft Anypoint Platform, responsible for designing, developing, and overseeing the implementation of complex integration solutions. This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills to guide development teams and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Job ID
2025-18731
Work Type
Hybrid
Pay Range
$160,000 to $185,000
Benefits
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company Description
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Work Where it Matters
Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ADM, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, ADM provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, ADM delivers agile and innovative cloud and IT services and solutions that enable mission dominance.
As an ADM employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced MuleSoft Architect to join our dynamic and innovative team. The ideal candidate will be a technical leader with a deep understanding of the MuleSoft Anypoint Platform, responsible for designing, developing, and overseeing the implementation of complex integration solutions. This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills to guide development teams and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Architectural Design: Lead the design of enterprise-level integration solutions using the MuleSoft Anypoint Platform. This includes defining integration architectures, design patterns (e.g., API-led connectivity), and best practices to ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and efficient.
- Technical Leadership: Act as the primary technical expert on the MuleSoft platform, providing guidance and mentorship to a team of MuleSoft developers. Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to architectural standards and quality metrics.
- Strategy and Governance: Define and drive the MuleSoft integration strategy and roadmap in alignment with business goals. Establish and enforce governance policies and procedures for the platform, including security, performance, and scalability standards.
- Requirements Analysis: Work closely with business analysts, project managers, and business stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and solution designs.
- Solution Implementation: Oversee the full lifecycle of MuleSoft projects, from initial design and development to testing, deployment, and ongoing support.
- Troubleshooting and Optimization: Provide expert-level troubleshooting for complex integration issues. Identify and implement performance tuning and optimization strategies for existing integrations.
- Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including solution designs, architectural diagrams, and API specifications.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay current with the latest MuleSoft features, industry trends, and integration technologies. Proactively identify opportunities for process and technology improvements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 15+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on enterprise integration.
- 10+ years of hands-on experience as a MuleSoft Architect or Senior MuleSoft Developer.
- Proven experience in designing and implementing solutions using MuleSoft Anypoint Platform, including Anypoint Studio, Anypoint Exchange, API Manager, and Runtime Manager.
- Extensive experience with API-led connectivity and a deep understanding of REST and SOAP APIs.
- Experience with various integration patterns, including synchronous, asynchronous, publish/subscribe, and request/reply.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- [Optional: Experience with other integration technologies like Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.]
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in MuleSoft development and Mule ESB.
- Expertise in designing APIs using RAML/OAS.
- Strong knowledge of various protocols like HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SFTP, and JMS.
- Experience with security standards such as OAuth 2.0, JWT, and SAML.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Maven, GitHub Actions) and automated testing frameworks.
- Certifications (Preferred):
- MuleSoft Certified Platform Architect - Level 1.
- MuleSoft Certified Integration Architect - Level 1.
- Soft Skills:
- Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Must be a US citizen and/or green card holder and be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.
Job ID
2025-18731
Work Type
Hybrid
Pay Range
$160,000 to $185,000
Benefits
Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ADM, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, ADM provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, ADM delivers agile and innovative cloud and IT services and solutions that enable mission dominance.
As an ADM employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
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Be part of something bigger. With Akima, you’ll enjoy the agility and autonomy of working for a small business, while also being supported by an enterprise over 10,000 employees strong. Career growth and opportunity? Look no further.
