IBM Sterling Solution Architect
What Success Looks Like: We are seeking a Senior B2B Architect with 10+ years of hands-on experience in IBM Middleware technologies, specifically IBM Sterling Integrator. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with deep technical expertise, capable of architecting enterprise-scale integration solutions, mentoring global teams, and driving transformation initiatives across industries.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architect & Lead enterprise-grade B2B integrations using IBM Sterling tools (B2B Integrator, File Gateway, SSP, Perimeter Servers).
- Design & Implement scalable frameworks and migrate legacy systems to modern IBM platforms.
- Develop Complex BPML Processes and EDI mappings (X12, EDIFACT, XML, HIPAA, RosettaNet) using Map Editor, ITX/WTX.
- Manage System Administration: installation, performance tuning, and optimization across Linux/Unix/Windows and Oracle/SQL/DB2.
- Lead Partner Onboarding & EDI Setup with AS2, VAN, SFTP, HTTPS, and Connect:Direct.
- Integrate with SAP (IDOC configuration, SM59, WE20) and build API/web services (SOAP, WSDL).
- Mentor global teams, enforce best practices, and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
- Drive full SDLC from requirements through deployment and support.
Required Experience & Skills:
- 10+ years in IBM Middleware: Sterling Integrator (5.x–6.2), Gentran (2.2–4.3), SFG, SCC, SSP, SEAS.
- Expert in BPML, mapping, and EDI standards (X12, EDIFACT, HIPAA, RosettaNet).
- Strong command of protocols: AS2, SFTP, HTTPS, Connect:Direct.
- Proficient in SAP IDOC integration and API/web service development.
- Skilled in scripting and databases: Java, Perl, XML, XSLT, SQL, Oracle, DB2.
- Cross-industry expertise: Manufacturing, Retail, Logistics, Pharma, Utilities, Aviation, and more.
About Spice:
spice™ digitizes supply chains. Our SaaS applications power Fortune 1000 supply chains by helping them transform into Digital Supply Chains. We onboard their Trading Partners onto our cloud platform, which enables these enterprises to seamlessly exchange supply chain business data across disparate business applications and manage the perfect order through their network. Our SaaS solutions include source-to-pay and order-to-cash collaboration with suppliers, dealers and logistics partners.
