[Remote] Data Engineer II - Mulesoft

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service nationwide. They are seeking a Data Engineer II to design, build, test, and maintain integration solutions, APIs, and data flows that connect enterprise applications and external partners, working independently on moderately complex tasks.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain production-ready APIs and integration flows across cloud, on-premises, and third-party platformsImplement scalable integration patterns, including synchronous, asynchronous, batch, and event-driven processingCollaborate with business and technical stakeholders to understand integration and data requirements and translate them into effective technical solutionsBuild reusable integration components and services aligned with enterprise architecture, security, and development standardsPerform unit testing and support QA, regression, and user acceptance testing for integration solutionsTroubleshoot, debug, and resolve integration failures, data flow issues, performance bottlenecks, and production defectsContribute to technical documentation, including solution designs, interface specifications, data mappings, and operational runbooksParticipate in peer code reviews and apply feedback to improve code quality, reliability, and maintainabilitySupport enhancements, patches, upgrades, and operational administration activities across integration and related data platformsSkillsDesign, build, test, and maintain reliable integration solutions, APIs, and data flows that connect enterprise applications, data platforms, and external partnersOwn end-to-end integration components and work independently on moderately complex integration and engineering tasksPartner with senior engineers, architects, product teams, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality, scalable, and well-documented solutionsDesign, develop, and maintain production-ready APIs and integration flows across cloud, on-premises, and third-party platformsImplement scalable integration patterns, including synchronous, asynchronous, batch, and event-driven processingCollaborate with business and technical stakeholders to understand integration and data requirements and translate them into effective technical solutionsBuild reusable integration components and services aligned with enterprise architecture, security, and development standardsPerform unit testing and support QA, regression, and user acceptance testing for integration solutionsTroubleshoot, debug, and resolve integration failures, data flow issues, performance bottlenecks, and production defectsContribute to technical documentation, including solution designs, interface specifications, data mappings, and operational runbooksParticipate in peer code reviews and apply feedback to improve code quality, reliability, and maintainabilitySupport enhancements, patches, upgrades, and operational administration activities across integration and related data platformsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fieldTypically requires BS/BA in a related disciplineGenerally, 3-5 years of experience in a related field; certification is required in some areas OR MS/MA and generally 2+ years of experience in a related fieldApplies established problem-solving skills to moderately complex situationsIdentifies root causes for common and recurring data issues and escalates more complex or ambiguous problems appropriatelyTroubleshoots and resolves issues within defined data pipelines, systems, or domains, using documented patterns and guidance from senior team membersPerforms assignments with moderate independence, operating within established practices and architectural standardsDetermines appropriate approaches to solutions for well-defined problemsReceives regular technical guidance on complex problems, design decisions, or unfamiliar technologiesWorks closely with other engineers, analysts, and business partners to deliver reliable, high-quality data solutionsActively participates in knowledge sharing, documentation, and peer reviewsMay provide informal guidance to less experienced engineers but does not have formal leadership or people management responsibilities3-5 years of hands-on experience in integration development or API engineeringExperience developing and supporting integrations using MuleSoft or comparable middleware/iPaaS platformsStrong understanding of REST, SOAP, JSON, XML, and common API and integration design patternsExperience building event-driven integrations (Kafka, RabbitMQ, Azure Service Bus, etc.)Proficiency in SQL and experience working with relational databasesExperience with Java, JavaScript, Python, or similar programming and scripting languagesFamiliarity with API testing and troubleshooting tools such as Postman, JMeter, or similar technologiesHands-on experience with version control and CI/CD practices using Git and platforms such as Azure DevOps, GitHub, or GitLabUnderstanding of integration security concepts and protocols, including OAuth2, JWT, SSL/TLS, and SAMLFamiliarity with enterprise applications and data domains, including ERP platforms and/or master data, is a plusExcellent problem-solving skills and ability to learn new integration platforms quicklyStrong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly languageCompany OverviewCore & Main is a specialized distributor that provides water, storm drainage, and fire protection products and solutions. It is a sub-organization of Putnam Pipe. It was founded in 2017, and is headquartered in St Louis, Missouri, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://coreandmain.com/.