Lead API Developer

Overview

Title:

Lead API Developer

Location:

Charlotte, NC (Onsite)

Job Description:

We’re looking for a Principal API Developer to lead our API development team. This role is pivotal in shaping the future API strategy and ensuring seamless integration across software systems.

• Lead design, development, and deployment of high-quality APIs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define API specifications
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the team
• Ensure APIs are secure, scalable, and maintainable
• Optimize API performance and adopt industry best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex API issues
• Document API designs and usage guidelines

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science or related field
• Minimum 2 years in leadership roles as an API Developer
• Proficiency in REST/Graph
  
  QL API design
• Expertise in Node.js, Type Script, and API management tools (Kong, Apigee, AWS API Gateway)
• Solid understanding of security protocols and cloud services (Terraform, AWS, Git Lab)

• Leadership:
  Inspire and guide teams towards clear goals
• Communication:
  Convey complex technical concepts effectively
• Time Management:
  Deliver high-quality results within deadlines

• Programming:
  Proficiency in Node.js and Type Script
• System Architecture:
  Design and implement complex systems
• Dev Ops/Cloud Computing:
  Expertise in Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, Kong, AWS, and Apigee.