Job Title: API Developer
Location: Charlotte, NC
Job Summary:
We are seeking a seasoned API Developer to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing API solutions to facilitate seamless data exchange and integration between various systems. The role requires a strong background in API development with experience in SQL/Oracle databases, and familiarity with tools like Splunk for operational intelligence. Experience with API management platforms such as Apigee or DataPower would be a significant asset.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop scalable and maintainable APIs to support business requirements.
- Work with SQL/Oracle databases to ensure data integrity and optimize query performance.
- Utilize API management tools such as Apigee or DataPower to secure, scale, and monitor API solutions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, set priorities, and deliver integrated and efficient solutions.
- Implement logging and monitoring solutions using Splunk to proactively address system issues.
- Develop and maintain clear and concise API documentation for both internal and external use.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in API security.
- Conduct thorough testing and validation to identify and resolve any technical issues.
- Provide support and troubleshooting for API-related issues, including root cause analysis.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in API development.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Proven experience in API development with a strong understanding of RESTful principles.
- Experience with relational databases, particularly SQL/Oracle.
- Familiarity with operational intelligence and monitoring tools like Splunk.
- Knowledge of API management platforms such as Apigee or DataPower is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with agile development methodologies.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or Node.js.
- Experience with OAuth, JWT, and other authentication/authorization protocols.
- Understanding of microservices architecture and containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes.
- Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes.
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