Job Title: Microservices Service Mesh Engineer

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Client Industry: Banking

Duration:12-18 Months (Possibility of Full-Time Conversion)

About the Role:

We are seeking a Microservices Service Mesh Engineer to design and implement a secure, scalable service mesh architecture for enterprise applications. This role will focus on transitioning existing service-based applications into a HashiCorp Consul service mesh environment. The current platform is built using Python (FastAPI/Flask) and runs on Linux servers within a VMware virtualized infrastructure. The ideal candidate will help modernize the system architecture, enabling secure communication, improved reliability, and streamlined service deployment across microservices.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Analyze existing application services and ensure they meet microservices architecture requirements
• Design and implement a Service Mesh using HashiCorp Consul to provide secure, resilient, and scalable service communication
• Work with development teams to integrate existing services into the service mesh
• Support implementation of secure service communication and authentication mechanisms
• Assist development teams with account vaulting and secure credential management
• Contribute to story refinement, requirements definition, and solution design
• Provide technical estimates and roadmap planning for solution delivery
• Develop proofs of concept to validate new architectural solutions
• Write and maintain code and unit tests to meet defined acceptance criteria
• Troubleshoot technical issues and resolve them in a structured and efficient manner
• Develop and maintain test suites including integration, regression, and performance testing
• Analyze test reports, identify issues, and perform root cause analysis
• Document system architecture, deployment processes, and operational procedures
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members when needed

What We’re Looking For:

• 2+ years of experience with HashiCorp tools, particularly Consul
• 1+ year of experience working with Service Mesh architectures
• Experience with Python scripting for REST/JSON applications using Flask or FastAPI
• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD)
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and Jenkins
• Experience working in large enterprise environments
• Strong experience working with Linux-based systems
• Experience building or implementing HashiCorp platforms
• Experience onboarding applications into HashiCorp Consul
• Familiarity with OAuth authentication and authorization protocols
• Experience working with microservices-based architectures
• Exposure to modern infrastructure and application deployment practices
• Python (FastAPI / Flask)
• HashiCorp Consul (Service Mesh)
• Linux Servers
• VMware Virtualization
• Jenkins CI/CD
• REST / JSON APIs
• Agile / TDD development practices

Compensation:

Hourly Rate: $65 – $70 per hour

This range reflects base compensation and may vary based on location, market conditions, experience, and candidate qualifications.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, (paid time, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - AS Applicable)

About Us

At Collabera, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in talent solutions, we provide opportunities to work with top organizations, cutting-edge technologies, and dynamic teams. Our culture thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. With continuous learning, career growth, and a people-first approach, we empower you to achieve your full potential. Join us and be part of a company that values passion, integrity, and making an impact.

Ready to Apply?

Apply now or reach out to mritunjay.kumar@collabera.com at 973 381 7213 for more information. We look forward to speaking with you!