API Cloud Engineer

Eliassen Group • Washington, DC

429d • $114,400 - $124,800

About The Position

The API Cloud Engineer will lead and enhance API management practices within a cloud environment, focusing on developing, managing, and optimizing APIs for seamless integration and reliability. This role requires expertise in AWS API tools and MuleSoft, with a strong emphasis on API lifecycle management and security best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years in API management and cloud engineering.
• Proficiency with AWS API Gateway and MuleSoft for API integration.
• In-depth understanding of API design, development, and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of API security protocols such as OAuth and OpenID Connect.
• Familiarity with API monitoring tools and techniques.
• Skills in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Bash, GitHub Actions).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain robust APIs ensuring scalability and performance.
• Drive the maturity of API practices, establishing governance and documentation standards.
• Implement security best practices for API management, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design integrated API solutions.
• Develop monitoring solutions for API performance and troubleshoot issues.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• 401k with company matching
• Life insurance
• Sick time if required by law

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree