Desired Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science
Experience: 7+ Years
Number of positions: 01
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced APIC Developer to join our team on a 12-month extendable contract. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in IBM API Connect (APIC), API development, integration, and API lifecycle management. The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, securing, and maintaining APIs while ensuring high performance, scalability, and security standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, deploy, and maintain APIs using IBM API Connect (APIC).
Create and manage API products, plans, gateways, and developer portals.
Implement API security policies including OAuth 2.0, JWT, SSL/TLS, API keys, and authentication mechanisms.
- Develop API proxies, RESTful services, and integrations with backend systems.
- Configure and manage DataPower Gateway policies and API assemblies.
- Monitor API performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize API implementations.
- Collaborate with architects, developers, and business stakeholders to define API requirements and solutions.
- Perform API testing, debugging, and deployment activities across different environments.
- Ensure compliance with organizational security, governance, and API management standards.
- Prepare technical documentation and support knowledge transfer activities.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in API development and integration projects.
- Hands-on experience with IBM API Connect (APIC).
- Strong knowledge of REST APIs, JSON, XML, SOAP, and web services.
- Experience with IBM DataPower Gateway administration and configuration.
- Strong understanding of API security concepts including OAuth 2.0, JWT, OpenID Connect, and SSL certificates.
- Experience with API lifecycle management and API governance.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Experience with Git, Jenkins, or similar version control and deployment tools.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Banking experience will be preferred for this role.