API Developer - Dallas, TX

QTech • Dallas, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Senior API Developer to lead the design, development, and management of robust, scalable, and secure API solutions using Amazon Web Services (AWS). This role requires strong programming skills, expertise in cloud architecture, and a proven ability to work within an Agile environment to deliver high-performance solutions.

Requirements

• 10 years of hands-on software programming experience, with at least 5 years of backend and API development experience.
• Strong proficiency in one or more relevant languages such as Python, Node.js, Java, or C.
• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with numerous AWS services, including API Gateway, Lambda, S3, DynamoDB, EKS, and SNS/Pinpoint.
• Expertise with API architectural styles (REST, GraphQL) and best practices for design, versioning, and error handling.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working in cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills to identify and resolve complex technical issues.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deploy, and maintain scalable APIs using AWS API Gateway.
• Integrate APIs with various backend services, databases (SQL/NoSQL), and third-party applications.
• Leverage core AWS services such as Lambda, S3, Step Functions, DynamoDB, and EKS for data processing, storage, and orchestration.
• Implement security best practices, including authentication (e.g., OAuth 2.0, JWT), authorization, and data validation to safeguard APIs.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to manage deployments using CICD tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or AWS CDK, ensuring high availability and resilience.
• Monitor API performance using tools like AWS CloudWatch, identify bottlenecks, and implement necessary optimizations.
• Create and maintain comprehensive API documentation using tools like Swagger OpenAPI for seamless front-end integration.
• Serve as a senior member of the team, conducting code reviews and mentoring junior developers.
• Participate actively in all aspects of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, technical design, testing, deployment, and support within an Agile/SAFe methodology.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior