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Job Title: Solutions Architect - Mulesoft
Location: Chicago, IL
Employment Type: Contract
About UsDMV IT Service LLC, founded in 2020, is a trusted IT consulting firm specializing in IT infrastructure optimization, cybersecurity, networking, and staffing solutions. We partner with clients to achieve technology goals through expert guidance, workforce support, and innovative solutions. With a client-focused approach, we also provide online training and job placements, ensuring long-term IT success.
Job PurposeThe MuleSoft Architect / Senior Developer will lead solution architecture, development, and platform enhancements on the MuleSoft Anypoint Platform. This role is both strategic and hands-on — guiding best practices while actively building and optimizing integrations. The ideal candidate will serve as a technical thought leader, collaborating across teams to ensure high-quality API delivery and platform maturity.
RequirementsKey Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of integration solutions using MuleSoft Anypoint Platform.
- Build and maintain APIs following RAML and REST architectural principles.
- Define MuleSoft development standards and ensure adherence across teams.
- Mentor and guide developers; conduct code reviews to ensure quality and compliance.
- Implement CI/CD pipelines to support automated MuleSoft deployments.
- Contribute to platform-level enhancements and solution optimization.
- Apply integration patterns, microservices concepts, and event-driven design.
- Ensure security and governance across APIs, including OAuth, JWT, TLS, etc.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to drive thought leadership and solution innovation.
- Proven experience as a MuleSoft Architect, Senior Developer, or similar technical leadership role.
- In-depth understanding of MuleSoft Anypoint Platform architecture.
- Strong proficiency in designing and developing APIs using RAML and REST standards.
- Hands-on experience with integration patterns, microservices, and event-driven architectures.
- Experience building MuleSoft CI/CD pipelines.
- Solid knowledge of API security practices (OAuth, JWT, TLS, etc.) and governance.
- Strong communication skills with ability to mentor developers and lead technical discussions.
- Proactive, collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
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