IBM Sterling Integrator Specialist / Engineer

Context

As part of a major integration and platform modernization program, we are looking for an IBM Sterling Integrator Specialist to support, maintain, and evolve B2B integration flows in complex, business-critical environments. The role involves working on high-volume data exchanges, secure file transfers, and end-to-end integration processes using IBM Sterling Integrator, in close collaboration with internal IT teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and maintain IBM Sterling Integrator environments

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot business processes using BPML

• Manage and support B2B integrations (clients, partners, internal systems)

• Monitor and resolve incidents related to file transfers and integration flows

• Ensure secure data exchanges (encryption, certificates, protocols)

• Perform root-cause analysis and provide long-term fixes

• Participate in platform upgrades, migrations, and performance tuning

• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and application teams

• Produce and maintain technical documentation

Required Technical Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with IBM Sterling Integrator (mandatory)

• Solid expertise in BPML and Sterling process flows

• Experience on Linux environments (RHEL / EL8 / EL9 or equivalent)

• Knowledge of B2B protocols: FTP/SFTP, HTTP/S, AS2

• Understanding of encryption and security concepts (PGP, SSL/TLS, certificates)

• Experience troubleshooting end-to-end integration issues

• Familiarity with middleware and integration architectures

Methodology & Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently on complex production issues

• Good communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Rigorous, reliable, and detail-oriented

• Comfortable working in international and distributed teams

Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

• Proven experience in IBM Sterling Integrator projects

• Experience in large-scale or mission-critical environments is a strong advantage

• Experience in cloud or data center migration projects is a plus

Additional Information

• Contract Type: Freelance

• Start Date: To be defined

• Rate / Salary: Based on profile and experience