APIGEE Lead Developer

Job Description

Job Title: APIGEE Lead Developer

Location: Charlotte NC – Onsite from day 1

Duration : Contract

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled APIGEE Lead Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will specialize in API management and integration, with a strong focus on APIGEE products . This role involves designing and implementing integration API management strategies, as well as overseeing the migration from APIGEE Edge to APIGEE X. The successful candidate will play a critical role in enhancing our API ecosystem and ensuring seamless integration across various platforms.

Responsibilities:

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• Design and implement API management strategies using APIGEE, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
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• Lead the migration process from APIGEE Edge to APIGEE X, ensuring minimal disruption to existing services.
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• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
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• Develop and maintain API documentation, ensuring clarity and accessibility for all stakeholders.
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• Monitor API performance and implement optimizations to enhance efficiency and reliability.
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• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers and team members.
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• Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in API management and integration technologies.
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• Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
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Mandatory Skills:

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• Expertise in APIGEE, with a strong understanding of its features and functionalities.
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• Proven experience in designing and implementing API management strategies.
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• Hands-on experience with the migration process from APIGEE Edge to APIGEE X.
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• Strong knowledge of RESTful API design principles and best practices.
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• Proficiency in backend development languages such as Java, Node.js, or Python.
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• Experience with API security protocols and standards.
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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Preferred Skills:

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• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or AWS.
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• Experience with API testing tools and frameworks.
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• Knowledge of microservices architecture and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
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• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
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• Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools.
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Qualifications:

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• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
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• Relevant certifications in API management or cloud technologies are a plus.
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• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
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• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf