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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an experienced API Architect to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of API design, development, and management. You will be responsible for creating and maintaining scalable and efficient API solutions that meet the needs of our clients and internal teams. Your role will involve collaborating with various stakeholders, including developers, product managers, and business analysts, to ensure that our API solutions are robust, secure, and easy to use. You will also be responsible for setting best practices, guidelines, and standards for API development and integration. In addition, you will play a key role in troubleshooting and resolving any issues related to API performance and functionality. This position requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about technology and have a proven track record in API architecture, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Design and develop scalable API solutions.
- Collaborate with developers, product managers, and business analysts.
- Set best practices, guidelines, and standards for API development.
- Ensure APIs are secure, efficient, and easy to use.
- Troubleshoot and resolve API performance issues.
- Maintain and update API documentation.
- Conduct code reviews and provide feedback to development teams.
- Monitor API usage and performance metrics.
- Implement API versioning and lifecycle management.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers.
- Work closely with DevOps teams to ensure smooth deployment.
- Participate in architectural discussions and decisions.
- Develop and maintain API testing strategies.
- Ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
- Optimize API performance and scalability.
- Manage API gateways and related infrastructure.
- Coordinate with third-party vendors and partners.
- Develop and implement API security measures.
- Create and maintain API usage policies.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in API design and development.
- Strong understanding of RESTful and SOAP APIs.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or Node.js.
- Experience with API management tools like Apigee, Postman, or Swagger.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Familiarity with microservices architecture.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Experience with API security protocols like OAuth, JWT, and SSL.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment.
- Strong understanding of data formats like JSON and XML.
- Experience with version control systems like Git.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
- Experience with performance tuning and optimization.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Ability to mentor and guide junior developers.
- Experience with API testing frameworks.
- Knowledge of data protection regulations like GDPR.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with API design and development?
- What tools and technologies do you use for API management?
- How do you ensure the security of your APIs?
- Can you provide an example of a challenging API issue you resolved?
- How do you stay updated with the latest industry trends?
- What is your approach to API versioning and lifecycle management?
- How do you handle performance tuning and optimization for APIs?
- Can you describe your experience with microservices architecture?
- How do you collaborate with other teams during API development?
- What strategies do you use for API testing and documentation?
- How do you ensure compliance with data protection regulations?
- Can you describe a time when you provided technical leadership?
- What is your experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure?
- How do you handle API monitoring and performance metrics?
- What is your approach to troubleshooting and resolving API issues?
- How do you manage API gateways and related infrastructure?
- Can you describe your experience with CI/CD pipelines?
- How do you ensure your code is clean and maintainable?
- What is your experience with API security protocols?
- How do you mentor and guide junior developers?
