Head of Department Integration & Middleware Solutions

Upscale Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A public listed technology company in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Head of Department for Integration & Middleware Solutions. This role involves leading a team of 25-30 professionals to deliver enterprise solutions, driving business growth, and providing technical advisory. The ideal candidate has a strong background in integration platforms like MuleSoft and TIBCO, along with solid leadership experience and a track record in client engagement. Competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Career growth and leadership visibility

Qualifications

• Minimum 12-15 years of IT experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership or HOD role.
• Strong expertise in enterprise integration platforms.
• Proven track record in business development and client advisory.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of solution architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Partner with the sales team to identify and pursue business opportunities.
• Provide expert guidance on enterprise integration and middleware technologies.

Skills

Leadership

Business Development

Technical Advisory

Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MuleSoft

TIBCO

Oracle Integration

WSO2

IBM WebSphere

Boomi

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Head of Department Integration & Middleware Solutions

Location: KL Gateway, Kuala Lumpur

Employment Type: Permanent

Company: [Public Listed Company]

This is a key leadership role in a public listed technology company, offering strong career progression and visibility.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Department (HOD) to lead our Integration & Middleware Solutions division. This role will oversee a team of 25-30 technical professionals delivering enterprise solutions in platforms such as MuleSoft, TIBCO, Oracle Integration, WSO2, Boomi or IBM WebSphere. The HOD will play a dual role driving business development growth while also providing technical advisory, solution design, and IT budgeting support to clients.

This is a key leadership role in a public listed technology company, offering strong career progression and visibility.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Management – Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 25-30 solution architects, engineers, and consultants. Set performance goals, build capability, and foster a culture of innovation and accountability. Drive resource planning, training, and career development of the technical team.
• Business Development & Client Engagement – Partner with the sales team to identify and pursue business opportunities. Engage with C-level stakeholders to understand business needs and propose suitable integration solutions. Deliver solution presentations, technical proposals, and proof-of-concepts to clients.
• Technical Advisory & Solutioning – Provide expert-level guidance on enterprise integration and middleware technologies (MuleSoft, TIBCO, Oracle, WSO2, IBM WebSphere or Boomi). Lead solution architecture discussions, design integration roadmaps, and oversee implementation quality. Advise clients on IT strategies, digital transformation, and system integration best practices.
• IT Budgeting & Governance – Collaborate with clients on IT budgeting, cost optimization, and technology roadmaps. Ensure project profitability, resource utilization, and compliance with industry standards.
• Strategic Contribution – Align departmental strategies with companys overall business goals. Drive innovation and adoption of emerging integration technologies. Report to senior management on department performance, business pipeline, and technical capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 1215 years of IT experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership or HOD role.
• Strong expertise in enterprise integration platforms (MuleSoft, TIBCO, Oracle Integration, WSO2, IBM WebSphere or Boomi).
• Proven track record in business development, client advisory, and solution selling.
• Solid experience in team leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong knowledge of IT budgeting, cost control, and technology governance.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead a high-performing team in a public listed technology company.
• Exposure to enterprise clients across diverse industries.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career growth and leadership visibility at group level.