MQ Engineer

Job#: 3035990 Role Overview We are seeking a Platform Engineer to design, build, and operate a mission‑critical, distributed MQ platform. This role blends strategic engineering with hands‑on incident response, focusing on the stability of the current on‑premise environment while contributing to the long‑term cloud modernization strategy. You will take ownership of the IBM MQ platform, which supports major internal systems and external B2B integrations in a high‑impact environment. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of the IBM MQ platform running on Linux, supporting internal messaging systems and external B2B integrations. Perform troubleshooting and lead major incident response for a mission‑critical enterprise platform. Design, implement, and deploy platforms to support and meet business needs, identifying opportunities for improvement. Contribute to the lifecycle and roadmap planning for the MQ platform. Support the current on‑premise, distributed MQ on Linux while helping build a future‑state AWS‑based MQ environment. Participate in the shift toward Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automated deployments as part of a multi‑year roadmap. Work closely with senior engineers, architects, and cross‑functional teams. Required Qualifications Education: An undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience is required. Experience: A minimum of five years of related work experience is required, including deep expertise in IBM MQ. Experience must include supporting mission‑critical enterprise platforms and strong troubleshooting and incident response skills. Technical Skills 5+ years of experience supporting IBM MQ v9+ on Linux server and virtualization platforms. Strong Linux systems experience. Basic experience with automation tools such as Terraform or similar. Working knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) fundamentals. Familiarity with industry security principles and practices. Preferred Qualifications Platform modernization experience. Experience in high‑availability financial or enterprise environments. Broader IaC and automation exposure. Work Environment This position requires candidates to be based in a hub location with an on‑site presence three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday). The role demands strong crisis management abilities and comfort in high‑pressure, high‑severity incidents. There is a strong emphasis on culture fit, collaboration, and long‑term team integration. Benefits Overview Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans. We offer an ESPP and a 401K program with a company match after 12 months. Additional perks include an HSA, SupportLinc EAP, corporate discount programs, and extensive professional development resources including on‑demand training and certification support. Equal Opportunity Employer Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apex Systems