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Sr. IBM MQ Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$110 - $140/hr

Extensive IBM MQ Experience. * At least 5-7 years of hands on experience as an IBM MQ administrator or engineer. * Must include strong knowledge of Installation and upgrades. * Configuration and ...

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$101 - $107/hr

Job DetailsInformation Technology IBM MQ (Message Queue) Administrator Richmond, VA Posted: 8/12/2026 Job ID#: 64630 Job Category: Information Technology Position Type: Contract Duration: Long-Term ...

$110 - $140/hr

Extensive IBM MQ Experience. * At least 5-7 years of hands on experience as an IBM MQ administrator or engineer. * Must include strong knowledge of Installation and upgrades. * Configuration and ...

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We are seeking a highly skilled MQ Exit Developer with strong C programming expertise to maintain custom IBM MQ exits that extend and enhance the enterprise messaging platform. This role focuses on ...

Backend Java Engineer W/IBM MQ Exp

O Fallon, MO · On-site

$47.25 - $61.25/hr

Ibm mq * Service aggregation * Splunk and Dynatrace to analyses logs * Focus on performance testing knowledge needed. * Application uses ibm iib service aggregation iib or ace good to have not ...

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How much do ibm mq jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for ibm mq in the United States is $48.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.51 and $56.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an IBM MQ?

An IBM MQ job typically involves managing and configuring IBM MQ (Message Queue), a middleware product that enables reliable message communication between applications. Professionals in this role handle tasks such as installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing MQ environments to ensure seamless messaging operations. They often work with developers, system administrators, and other IT teams to integrate MQ with enterprise systems. Knowledge of messaging patterns, security configurations, and performance tuning is crucial for success in this role.

What are some typical challenges an IBM MQ specialist might face on the job?

As an IBM MQ Specialist, you may encounter challenges such as troubleshooting complex messaging issues, ensuring high availability and security of message queues, and integrating IBM MQ with diverse applications across different platforms. You'll often need to balance rapid incident resolution with implementing long-term improvements to the messaging infrastructure. The role frequently requires close collaboration with development, infrastructure, and security teams to maintain seamless operation. These challenges make the position both technically engaging and essential in supporting mission-critical business services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the IBM MQ position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an IBM MQ Specialist, you need a solid understanding of message-oriented middleware concepts, experience with IBM MQ administration, and a background in system integration. Familiarity with related tools such as IBM Integration Bus, Linux/Unix command-line interfaces, and relevant IBM certifications are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are important soft skills for success in this position. These skills are crucial for ensuring reliable message delivery between systems, minimizing downtime, and supporting seamless business operations.

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Infographic showing various Ibm Mq job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 68% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,800 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

Senior IBM MQ Engineer with Security Clearance

Mount Indie, LLC

Annapolis Junction, MD • On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

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Posted 13 days ago


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Senior IBM MQ Engineer Location: Annapolis Junction, MD Schedule: Full-time | Onsite Clearance: Active Secret clearance required Salary Range: $130,000-$150,000 annually The Opportunity We are hiring an experienced Senior IBM MQ Engineer to support mission-critical systems where reliable, secure messaging is essential to ongoing operations. In this role, you'll take a hands-on lead in designing, implementing, and maintaining IBM MQ infrastructure. You'll work across messaging architecture, high availability, performance tuning, security, and application integration while helping ensure critical systems remain reliable and scalable. This position is onsite in Annapolis Junction, Maryland and supports an environment requiring 24x7x365 uptime. What You'll Do * Design, implement, and maintain IBM MQ infrastructure, including queue managers, channels, queues, and other MQ objects. * Configure and administer MQ clustering, multi-instance queue managers, and high-availability solutions to support message reliability and fault tolerance. * Monitor and analyze MQ performance, identify bottlenecks, optimize configurations, and tune MQ settings to improve efficiency. * Provide technical guidance to application developers and assist with integrating applications into the MQ messaging environment. * Protect the security and integrity of the MQ infrastructure through appropriate access controls, encryption, and auditing mechanisms. * Perform capacity planning and forecasting to support the scalability and performance of the MQ environment. * Keep current with IBM MQ versions, patches, technical developments, and industry best practices, recommending upgrades and improvements when appropriate. * Develop and maintain documentation covering technical configurations, operational procedures, and troubleshooting processes. * Perform other assigned responsibilities as needed. What You'll Bring * An active Secret security clearance. * U.S. citizenship. Due to contract requirements, candidates with dual citizenship cannot be considered. * 12+ years of relevant work experience. * 5+ years of Unix experience. * 5+ years of DevOps / Infrastructure as Code (IaC) experience. * Ability to reside within a commutable distance of Annapolis Junction, MD for daily onsite work and on-call requirements. * Willingness and ability to support systems requiring 24x7x365 uptime, including meeting on-call requirements and participating in a rotational on-call schedule if required. Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience. * IBM System Administrator certification for MQ. * Ability to work effectively as part of a team while also operating proactively and independently. * Ability to learn quickly and support mission-critical operations across geographically diverse locations. Compensation The annual salary range for this position is $130,000-$150,000.