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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an API Technical Manager who will be responsible for designing, developing, and managing APIs within our organization. This role will play a key part in ensuring the consistency, security, and performance of our API services, working closely with development, product, and operations teams. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, experience in team leadership, and deep knowledge of API architecture and best practices in system integration.
Key responsibilities include overseeing the API lifecycle from planning and design through implementation, testing, deployment, and ongoing monitoring and optimization. The API Technical Manager will also be responsible for creating technical documentation, defining coding standards, and ensuring compliance with security and regulatory requirements. Collaborating with business stakeholders to understand needs and translate them into effective technical solutions will be a critical part of this role.
The candidate should have experience working with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, API management tools (e.g., Apigee, Kong, Postman), and programming languages such as Java, Python, or Node.js. Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus. Project management skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are also essential.
If you are a solution-oriented individual who can combine technical expertise with leadership skills and want to make a real impact on digital product development, this role is for you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Design and develop APIs
- Manage the API lifecycle
- Collaborate with development and product teams
- Create and maintain technical documentation
- Ensure API security and compliance
- Monitor performance and optimize API services
- Define coding and integration standards
- Implement DevOps and CI/CD best practices
- Lead the technical team
- Analyze business needs and translate into technical solutions
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Minimum 5 years of experience working with APIs
- Knowledge of REST, GraphQL, and API management tools
- Experience in programming (Java, Python, Node.js)
- Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Ability to manage technical projects
- Experience working with development teams
- Understanding of IT security principles
- Proficiency in creating technical documentation
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is your experience in designing and managing APIs?
- Which API management tools have you used?
- Do you have experience working with cloud platforms?
- Which programming languages do you know?
- What is your experience in team leadership?
- How do you ensure API security?
- Have you worked in a DevOps environment?
- What API projects have you delivered in the past?
- What is your approach to technical documentation?
- How do you handle external system integrations?
