API Architect (Onsite Hybrid)

Req ID: 372922

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a API Architect (Onsite Hybrid) to join our team in Atlanta, Georgia (US-GA), United States (US).

Job Responsibilities: 

• Design, implement, and deploy API solutions across cloud-native environments, with a focus on AWS and distributed systems
• Lead the development and delivery of API and microservices-based solutions, including hands-on coding and technical leadership
• Collaborate with business leaders, product owners, and cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable API architectures
• Define and enforce API design standards, guidelines, and best practices across the organization
• Create architecture designs and technical deliverables aligned with enterprise strategy and infrastructure standards
• Manage and prioritize API and product feature backlogs in an Agile environment
• Develop and maintain public and private APIs supporting multiple lines of business
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of API platforms and distributed systems
• Work closely with QA/testing teams to ensure software quality and resolve defects
• Provide application support including troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and on-call support
• Participate in client discussions to understand requirements and provide consulting to internal stakeholders
• Build strong relationships with business, operations, and technology teams to deliver innovative solutions
• Contribute to enterprise architecture strategy, including evolving systems, policies, and governance frameworks

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in software engineering, API development, and distributed systems

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in API design and development (RESTful APIs, microservices architecture)
• Minimum 3+ years of experience working with cloud platforms (preferably AWS: API Gateway, Lambda, ECS/EKS, SQS/SNS, etc.)
• Minimum 3+ years of strong experience in designing and building scalable, highly available distributed systems
• Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience with API management, versioning, security (OAuth2, JWT), and governance
• Minimum 3+ years of experience with Agile SDLC, backlog management, and working with product owners

Preferred Skills:

• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js)
• Experience with cloud messaging and event-driven architectures
• Strong understanding of system integration patterns and ground-to-cloud connectivity
• Experience in debugging, testing, and production support of enterprise applications
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across business and technical teams

• Experience in API platform strategy and enterprise-wide governance
• Exposure to multi-region and multi-cloud architectures
• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/CloudFormation/CDK)
• Knowledge of GraphQL, gRPC, or event-driven API patterns
• Prior experience in financial services or regulated industries
• Experience mentoring teams or leading architecture initiatives

Travel:

This position may require occasional travel (10–30%) depending on project and stakeholder needs.

Degree:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience

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About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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