MuleSoft Application Architect

MuleSoft Application Architect (MuleSoft / Apache Camel / RabbitMQ) Initial Duration: 16/ 06/ 2025 to 31/ 12/ 2025 IR35: Inside Job Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Application / Integration Architect with strong expertise in MuleSoft, Apache Camel, and RabbitMQ to lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-grade integration solutions. The ideal candidate will have a solid grasp of event-driven architecture, enterprise integration patterns, and secure, scalable message-driven solutions, coupled with hands-on experience in DevOps and CI/ CD. Key Responsibilities: Architecture & Design * Architect scalable, secure, and high-performance integration solutions using MuleSoft, Camel, and RabbitMQ. * Define reusable patterns and integration frameworks based on EIP (Enterprise Integration Patterns). * Lead API and messaging solution designs adhering to RESTful/ SOAP standards and AMQP best practices. * Design and implement event-driven architectures, pub-sub models, and asynchronous message flows. Development & Implementation. * Build and maintain Mule flows, subflows, and message processors using Anypoint Studio and Platform. * Design complex DataWeave transformations and data enrichment pipelines. * Configure and manage RabbitMQ clusters, exchanges, queues, bindings, and vhosts. * Develop Apache Camel routes and leverage EIPs like WireTap, Enricher, Splitter/ Aggregator, and Dead Letter Channel. * Implement robust batch and transaction management strategies across integration layers. DevOps & Deployment * Own end-to-end integration deployment lifecycle using CI/ CD pipelines, version control, and infrastructure automation. * Support containerization, scaling, and HA setups using tools like Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm. * Ensure backup, recovery, and message durability across RabbitMQ and integration components. Governance & Security. * Apply secure integration practices including OAuth2, JWT, TLS, message encryption, and API security policies. * Monitor and audit message flows, failures, retries, and implement error-handling strategies like requeuing and dead-letter queues. Required Skills & Experience: * MuleSoft * Proficiency with Mule 4, Anypoint Platform, Runtime Manager, and Exchange. * Strong experience with MuleSoft API design, message processors, DataWeave scripting, and integration flows. * Knowledge of API policies, error handling, and transaction scopes. Apache Camel * In-depth experience with Camel routes, processors, components, and integration with external systems. * Expertise in EIPs and transformations using Java/ DSL/ XML-based configurations. RabbitMQ * Solid understanding of AMQP protocols, exchanges (direct, topic, fanout), queues, bindings, and acknowledgments. * Experience with mirrored queues, cluster setup, backup and disaster recovery. * Error handling, retries, and dead-letter exchange implementation. DevOps / CI-CD * Experience with Git, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or GitLab CI for pipeline creation and deployment. * Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and deployment orchestration. General * Strong grasp of integration security practices, including encryption, authentication, and access control. * Solid understanding of microservices architecture, distributed systems, and cloud-native deployments. Preferred Qualifications: * MuleSoft Certified Developer / Architect. * Experience with Kafka, ActiveMQ, or other message brokers. * Familiarity with Terraform, Ansible, or other IAC tools. * Experience working in Agile/ Scrum environments APPLY NOW to avoid disappointment! LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.