API Solutions Architect

2 weeks ago

Cincinnati, United States New Era Technology company Full time

API Solutions Architect

We are seeking an API Solutions Architect with ample experience to lead the design, development, and management of our API infrastructure.

The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in building and managing API gateway services, preferably using Kong Enterprise or Konnect editions.

As an API Solutions Architect, you will play a crucial role in driving the adoption of best practices in API development, thus ensuring the security, scalability, and reliability of our API ecosystem.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement a robust API gateway service using Kong Enterprise or Konnect editions
  • Develop and manage new services on Azure cloud infrastructure, with a focus on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize API development initiatives
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to the development team on API design, implementation, and integration
  • Establish and maintain API development standards, best practices, and documentation
  • Ensure the security, scalability, and performance of the API infrastructure
  • Monitor and optimize API performance, usage, and adoption metrics. Experience with Datadog and/or Grafana a plus.
  • Provide consultation and support to the developer community on API development topics and the use of the API gateway service
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in API development and management

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on API development and management
  • Experience building and managing an API gateway service using Kong; Enterprise or Konnect editions beneficial
  • Experience building and managing new services on Azure cloud infrastructure; AKS experience highly beneficial
  • Experience with infrastructure-as-code technologies such as Terraform or Ansible
  • Good understanding of API development topics such as REST, OAuth/OpenID Connect, and API security.
  • Good communication skills to provide consultation to the developer community on API development topics and use of the API gateway service
  • Software development experience developing or consuming APIs in a language such as Python, Java, Golang is beneficial

Required Skills

  • Expertise in API design, development, and management
  • Strong knowledge of Kong API gateway and its features
  • Proficiency in Azure cloud services, particularly Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
  • Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or Ansible
  • Solid understanding of RESTful API principles, OAuth/OpenID Connect, and API security best practices
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities
  • Familiarity with agile development methodologies
  • Ability to lead and mentor development teams

Passionate about API development and have the skills and experience we seek, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity

This role offers a unique chance to shape the future of our API infrastructure and to continue learning and growing in the field of API development.

Additional Notes:

  • This is a full-time direct hire or Contract Hourly opportunity.
  • This role is not open to C2C.
  • Preferred location of candidate: Chicago, IL or Cincinnati, Ohio

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