Position Overview:
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Integration Developer to join our IT team here at Barbour House in South Shields during an exciting period of modernisation. You will play a key role in developing and maintaining enterprise-level integrations that connect our cloud and on-premise systems, B2B partners, and e-commerce channels. Using a modern API-led architecture specifically the Salesforce MuleSoft Anypoint Platform you will ensure reliable data movement across the entire Barbour ecosystem. This role is ideal for a technical problem-solver who enjoys working with SQL Server, SSIS, and modern API technologies to support a global retail brand.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Development & Maintenance: Design, build, and maintain integrations using MuleSoft Anypoint Platform and CloudHub.
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API Management: Build APIs utilizing REST, SOAP, JSON, XML, and RAML.
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Database Integration: Develop and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and SSIS ETL packages to support data pipelines.
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System Connectivity: Implement seamless integrations between internal systems, cloud platforms, and external trading partners.
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Testing & Support: Perform unit and integration testing while providing 2nd and 3rd level support for API failures and database errors.
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Documentation: Maintain technical specifications, data mappings, and interface documentation.
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Collaboration: Participate in design discussions with architects and work closely with project managers and external vendors in an Agile environment.
Skills and Experience
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Technical Proficiency: Demonstrable experience with MuleSoft Anypoint Platform and Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
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Database Expertise: Strong SQL skills, including performance optimization and data transformation.
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Architecture Knowledge: Solid understanding of API-led integration architecture and enterprise integration patterns.
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Problem Solving: Ability to convert complex business requirements into technical designs and troubleshoot across middleware and databases.
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Tools: Experience using Azure DevOps, Git, Jira, and Confluence within an Agile delivery framework.
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Education: Computer Science degree or equivalent professional training and experience.
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Sector Knowledge: Experience in apparel, fashion, or retail is considered a distinct advantage.
Benefits:
- Discretionary Company bonus scheme
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Staff discount
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Staff shop
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Healthcare cash plan
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25 days holiday as standard increasing with length of service plus bank holidays
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Access to training and development activities to support your career development
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Free onsite parking
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Subsidised canteen
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Operate hybrid & flexible working
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4pm finish on a Friday
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Wellbeing support
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Refer a friend bonus scheme
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Reward & Recognition Program
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Length of Service Rewards
Note: In the event that a sufficient volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.
