IIB and MQ Platform Engineer

Optum; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work within the U.S.

Office in Minneapolis area (min 4 days

Job summary

Optum is seeking an IIB and MQ Platform Engineer to design, deploy, and support enterprise integration services using IBM ACE/IIB and MQ. You will architect message flows, develop telemetry dashboards, and implement secure API connectivity across cloud and on‑prem environments.

The role requires strong Java, Python, Docker, and Kubernetes skills, plus experience with monitoring tools and CI/CD pipelines. Remote work is available nationwide with in‑office requirements in some locations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software or systems engineering handling enterprise messaging and integration infrastructure.
• 3+ years with Java/Spring Boot.
• 3+ years with Python and React development.
• 2+ years with Ansible, Docker, GitHub, GitHub Actions, Kubernetes.
• 1+ year with Grafana, Splunk, Prometheus, and databases (MySQL, DB2).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy integration services using IBM ACE/IIB.
• Troubleshoot IIB issues with upstream and downstream teams.
• Develop dashboards in Grafana and Splunk for telemetry and status reporting.
• Build apps to manage MQ systems using Python, Java, React, Go, Docker, and GitHub Actions.
• Implement proactive monitoring with GitHub Actions, Ansible, Prometheus, Grafana, and Splunk.
• Manage IBM MQ configurations (local/remote/cluster queues, SSL/TLS, firewall rules).
• Configure REST APIs and MQ API setups for cloud and on‑prem connectivity.
• Support DB2 and MySQL databases and on‑call incident response.

Skills

IIB/ACE design

MQ administration

Java

Python

GitHub Actions

Kubernetes

Docker

Grafana

Splunk

Prometheus

API development

Security concepts (OAuth, JWT)

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or equivalent

Tools

IBM MQ

IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE)

Docker

Kubernetes

Grafana

Splunk

Prometheus

Python

Java

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description - IIB and MQ Platform Engineer (2380958)

IIB and MQ Platform Engineer - 2380958

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale.Join us to startCaring. Connecting. Growing together.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office for a minimum of four days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and deploy integration services usingIBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE)
• Provide support during testing phases and troubleshootIBM Integration Bus (IIB)issues with upstream and downstream teams
• Develop and maintainGrafanaandSplunkdashboards for telemetry, operational analysis, and status reporting
• Build applications to support MQ system management and enhance productivity usingPython,Java,React,Go,Docker, andGitHub Actions
• Implement proactive monitoring solutions that alert symptoms rather than outages, leveragingGitHub Actions,Ansible,Prometheus,Grafana, andSplunk
• Demonstrate strong expertise inGitHub ActionsandHCC Kubernetes
• UnderstandIBM MQconfigurations, including local, remote, and cluster queues, processes, channels, SSL/TLS, ciphers, and firewall settings
• Configure and maintain REST APIs and MQ API setups to support application connectivity from cloud and on-premises environments
• Support infrastructure and PLM initiatives, includingDB2 andMySQLdatabases
• Diagnoses and troubleshoot complex production issues beyond the scope of application teams, ensuring timely resolution and system stability; experienced inon-call supportfor critical incidents
• Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline daily engineering workflows, automate routine operational tasks, and drive continuous process improvement
• Evaluate emerging technical trends and AI-assisted productivity tools to inform solution design, incident triage, and technical innovation

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of software engineering or systems engineering experience managing enterprise messaging and integration infrastructure
• 5+ yearsof expertise in designing and implementingIBM Integration Bus (IIB)andIBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE)message flows using various nodes and formats, includingXML,JSON,SOAP, andKafka
• 3+ yearsof application development experience withJavaandSpring Bootframeworks
• 3+ yearsof hands-on development experience withPythonandReact
• 3+ yearsof practical experience withAnsible,Docker,GitHub,GitHub Actions,Kubernetes
• 2+ years of proficiency in implementingauthentication and authorizationfor Python and Java applications usingPingFederate SSO,OIDC, LDAP, and managing secrets withCyberArkandHashiCorp Vault
• 2+ years of extensive experience withIBM MQ, including configuration and management of local, remote, and cluster queues, processes, channels,SSL/TLS, ciphers, and firewall settings
• 1+ yearsof experience withGrafana,Splunk,Prometheus,MySQL, andDB2
• 1+ years of understanding security protocols such asOAuth,JWT tokens, andSSL certificates
• 1+ years of familiarity with mainframe concepts, includingCOBOL copybooksandCICS
• 1+ years of experience utilizing enterprise-approvedAI tools or AI-assisted developmentapplications to augment daily productivity and technical workflows
• Knowledgeable infirewall rulesandAPI Gatewayconcepts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent hands-on industry experience
• Proven experience administering and supporting IBM MQ and IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE) in High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments and/or IBM MQ Appliance deployments
• Strong expertise in deploying, configuring, and managing containerized messaging solutions using Kubernetes
• Experience designing, developing, and implementing RESTful APIs to enable secure and scalable application integration
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI-assisted tools and technologies to enhance incident management, automate scripting tasks, and improve technical documentation
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a proven track record of working effectively across globally distributed engineering teams spanning multiple time zones

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call 1-866-566-8715 to be connected to Recruitment Services. Recruitment Services hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.

UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc. The UnitedHealth Group name with the dimensional logo, as well as the dimensional logo alone, are both service marks for the UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.