Junior API Developer
About The Position
The Junior API Developer is an entry-level role within the operational development team, focused on supporting the development, integration, and maintenance of APIs and AWS-based microservices. This role is ideal for a recent graduate eager to build a career in back-end development and API integration. The developer will work under the guidance of senior team members to gain hands-on experience with API design, third-party integrations, and cloud-based services. The Junior API Developer will report to the Manager, Integrations and Operational Development, contributing to the team's efforts in building robust, scalable solutions while developing foundational skills in modern development practices.
Requirements
- Diploma, certificate, or degree in Computer Science, Software Development, Engineering, or a related field (recent graduates welcome).
- Foundational knowledge of Python, Node.js, or TypeScript through coursework, personal projects, or internships.
- Basic understanding of RESTful API design principles.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms, preferably AWS.
- Understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
- Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced development environment.
Nice To Haves
- Internship or co-op experience in software development or a related technical role.
- Exposure to AWS services or other cloud platforms through coursework or projects.
- Familiarity with API testing tools (e.g., Postman).
- Exposure to CI/CD concepts or GitHub Actions.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Coursework or interest in web application security concepts.
- Exposure to other programming languages such as PHP, C#, or React.
- Experience with or interest in containerization technologies (e.g., Docker).
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and maintaining integrations with external services via API.
- Support the design and implementation of API interfaces under the guidance of senior developers.
- Help maintain and monitor an AWS-based API gateway.
- Contribute to the documentation of APIs and services, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Assist in developing scripts and tools to automate routine tasks and processes.
- Support the ingestion and handling of customer and vendor reports for processing into internal systems.
- Support the ingestion and handling of customer and vendor reports for processing into internal systems.
- Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in Python and TypeScript under mentorship.
- Participate in code reviews and pull requests, seeking and applying constructive feedback to improve code quality.
- Participate in unit and integration testing to help identify and fix bugs and issues.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to support successful project execution.
- Engage in continuous learning to stay current on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
- Contribute to project task execution, meeting deadlines, and delivering quality work.
Benefits
- Our employees enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with matching provision.
- Outside of CA, ScanSource grants 128 hours of paid time off (PTO) each calendar year (prorated for date of hire).
- In the state of CA, employees accrue a set number of hours each pay period equaling the same 128 hours of PTO.
- ScanSource also celebrates 10 paid company holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
