AWS API Integration Engineer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: AWS API Integration Engineer Location: Whippany, NJ (Hybrid) Duration: Contract Role OverviewWe are looking for an AWS API Integration Engineer with strong expertise in integrating applications, services, and third-party systems using AWS cloud technologies. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in building and managing APIs, along with designing scalable integration solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop API integrations between internal systems and external servicesBuild and manage APIs using AWS API Gateway and AWS LambdaDevelop scalable integration solutions using serverless architectureIntegrate with third-party APIs (REST/SOAP) and enterprise systemsImplement messaging-based integrations using SQS, SNS, Event BridgeHandle data transformation and orchestration across systemsEnsure API security using IAM, Cognito, OAuth2, JWTMonitor integrations using CloudWatch and X-RayTroubleshoot API failures, latency issues, and system bottlenecksCollaborate with DevOps, backend, and business teamsRequired SkillsStrong experience with AWS services (API Gateway, Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, RDS)Hands-on experience in API Integration (REST/SOAP, JSON/XML)Strong programming skills in Python / Node.js / JavaExperience with Microservices & Serverless ArchitectureKnowledge of middleware/integration patternsExperience with authentication & authorization mechanismsFamiliarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Code Pipeline)Preferred SkillsExperience with integration tools like MuleSoft, Boomi, or Apache CamelKnowledge of Kafka or Kinesis for streaming integrationsExperience with Terraform / CloudFormationExposure to Banking / Financial services integrationsAWS Certification is a plus