[Hiring] Senior MuleSoft Engineer @Core4ce

Role Description

Core4ce is seeking a Senior MuleSoft engineer to design, develop, and implement integration solutions using the MuleSoft Anytime Platform for the Defense Health Agency (DHA). In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to connect applications, data, and devices, ensuring seamless workflows and improved business operations. We seek individuals with a strong customer-centric approach and a proven track record of success in delivering integration solutions within complex environments. Experience supporting the Department of Defense (DoD) and/or Federal customers is a plus.

• MuleSoft Integration Development: Design and develop APIs, integrations, and services using MuleSoft Anypoint Studio and related technologies.
• API Lifecycle & Best Practices: Create, publish, and maintain reusable APIs using MuleSoft best practices.
• Kubernetes & Container Operations: Deploy, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain containerized applications within Kubernetes environments to ensure high availability and stability.
• On-Premises & Linux Management: Manage on-premises infrastructure deployments and leverage deep Linux operation system knowledge for system administration, performance tuning, shell scripting, and troubleshooting workloads.
• CI/CD & Deployment Pipelines: Build, optimize, and manage automated CI/CD pipeline deployments for seamless code delivery from development through staging to production.
• PCE Application Ownership: Take charge of deploying and updating the PCE application.
• Troubleshooting & Optimization: Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and technical issues across hybrid (cloud and on-prem) MuleSoft and containerized integrations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with business analysts, architects, Salesforce engineers, and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Documentation & Compliance: Develop white papers, security/compliance documents, and maintain comprehensive documentation of integration processes, configurations, and APIs.
• Security Implementation: Implement security best practices, including API security, OAuth, data encryption, and Zero Trust principles.
• Continuous Growth: Stay up to date with MuleSoft updates, emerging integration trends, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• 7+ years of hands-on experience with MuleSoft Anypoint Platform or similar API-led integration platform designed to connect SaaS, on-premises, and cloud applications, data, and devices.
• Strong proficiency in MuleSoft Anypoint Studio, API Manager, and Runtime Manager, along with connectors, RAML, DataWeave, and flow design.
• Proven hands-on experience with Kubernetes, containerized application management, and on-premises deployments.
• Strong operational background in Linux environments (command-line tooling, troubleshooting, and shell scripting).
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and modern release automation processes, including CI/CD pipeline deployments.
• Prior experience deploying and updating the PCE application is a strong plus; otherwise, a solid technical foundation and a proven desire/willingness to learn and execute the process are absolute requirements.
• Proficient in Zero Trust principles and architectures; proficient in Java, XML, JSON, and RESTful API design principles.
• MuleSoft Certified Developer or Architect (preferred).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and verbal/written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Proficiency in automation and scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) and familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns and middleware concepts.
• Knowledge of other integration platforms or tools is a plus.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce.
• Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development.
• Tuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses.
• Paid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules.
• The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.