API Developer

API Developer

We are seeking an experienced API Developer to join a high-impact engineering team responsible for managing and modernizing enterprise-wide API traffic. This role is central to accelerating the migration from Apigee Edge to Apigee X/Hybrid, helping the organization scale its API infrastructure. The position requires a hands-on developer who can drive delivery and brings expertise in API gateway technologies and migration efforts in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Dallas, TX or Jersey City, NJ, Tampa, FL- hybrid. Hiring manager is open to remote for the right candidate.

Duration: 6-12 month contract to hire.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy API proxies using Apigee.
• Develop and configure Apigee policies, traffic management rules, scripts, and API workflows.
• Lead and support API migration efforts from Apigee Edge to Apigee X or Hybrid versions.
• Partner with engineering teams to define and implement API best practices and standards.
• Troubleshoot and optimize API performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with distributed teams, including onshore and offshore resources.
• Consult on API best practices, focusing on development and engineering rather than primary support or testing duties.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience with Apigee Edge.
• Hands-on experience with Apigee X or Apigee Hybrid.
• Proven experience with API gateway migration projects.
• Deep understanding of API design, development, RESTful services, and web APIs.
• Knowledge of API security and traffic management principles.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.
• Collaboration skills for working in a globally distributed team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in financial services or regulated environments.
• Familiarity with enterprise-scale API ecosystems and high-volume traffic.