RQ11528 Software Developer API Senior

Responsibilities

• Required to translate technical systems specifications into working tested applications. This includes: o developing detailed programming specifications o writing and/or generating code o compiling data-driven programs maintaining and conducting unit tests. o Analyzes designs develops codes and implements programs in one or more programming languages for Web and Rich Internet Applications o Supports applications with an understanding of system integration test planning scripting and troubleshooting o Designs and develops REST API platform (e.g. with using Apigee/APIM) o Converts web services from SOAP to REST or vice-versa
  
• Resolves and troubleshoots technical problems which arise during the use and operation of software packages including technical assistance in implementation conversion and migrations.
  

General Skills

• Experience in programming and analysis; specialized software package support at the specified experience level
  
• Ability to collaborate with IT Professionals throughout the Software Development Life Cycle Experience in structured methodologies for the development design implementation and maintenance of applications
  
• Experience in design code test debug and document applications
  
• Experience in the use of object and/or third generation language development tools
  
• Experience in one or more programming languages
  
• Experience in application design latest design patters deployment and troubleshooting
  
• Experience with relational and hierarchical database technologies
  
• Experience in the use of information retrieval packages using query languages
  
• Experience with one or more communications protocols
  
• Experience in structured methodologies for the design development implementation and maintenance of applications
  
• Experience eliciting and documenting information from diverse business area stakeholders and subject matter experts
  
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills
  
• A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines API Skills
  
• Experience with Web Technologies (DHTML AJAX etc.)
  
• Experience with Security frameworks (e.g. JWT OATH2)
  
• Experience in API layer like security custom analytics throttling caching logging monetization request and response modifications etc. using Apigee
  
• Experience in creating REST API documentation using Swagger and YAML or similar tools desirable
  
• Experience with Integration frameworks (e.g. Mule Camel) desirable
  

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge and experience with programming Internet-ready applications
  
• Knowledge and experience in rapid application development (RAD) methodologies
  
• Knowledge and understanding of Information Management principles concepts policies and practices
  
• Experience with middleware and gateways
  
• Experience reviewing analyzing and modifying product installation scripts including encoding testing debugging
  
• Ability to provide post-implementation support and resolve any post-implementation technical issues
  
• Experience conducting design walkthrough sessions with project team
  
• Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards
  
• Ability to provide user and system documentation as required
  
  

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

1. Core Skills and Experience (40%)

• 5 years of hands-on experience in API development integration design and implementation in complex enterprise environments
  
• Proven experience delivering solutions using platforms such as IBM API Connect IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE) MuleSoft or Azure API Management (APIM)
  
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design event-driven architecture and microservices
  
• Demonstrated ability to integrate with enterprise platforms such as Microsoft SharePoint Microsoft Dynamics CRM Siebel and Curam
  
• Experience with integration between APIs and enterprise systems (e.g. databases CRMs ERPs)
  
• Demonstrated experience with API lifecycle management including versioning testing deployment and monitoring
  
• Familiarity with cloud platforms DevOps and CI/CD practices for API deployment
  

2. Technical Skills and Experience (35%)

• Solid knowledge of API security best practices including OAuth 2.0 JWT API keys and TLS
  
• Experience implementing API gateway policies (rate limiting throttling transformation logging)
  
• Strong knowledge of integration patterns such as synchronous/asynchronous messaging pub/sub and message queues
  
• Deep understanding of OpenAPI (Swagger) specifications and API documentation standards
  
• Hands-on experience with middleware ESB and enterprise integration patterns
  
• Proven ability to integrate APIs with SharePoint document libraries and workflows CRM systems and case management platforms
  
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g. Docker) and orchestration tools (e.g. Kubernetes) is an asset
  
• Proficient with monitoring and troubleshooting tools for APIs and integrations
  
• Ability to troubleshoot integration errors and performance issues across platforms
  

3. Communication and Documentation Skills (20%)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
  
• Ability to document APIs integration workflows and technical specifications clearly and thoroughly
  
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including business analysts QA developers and product owners
  
• Skilled in facilitating technical discussions and providing knowledge transfer to internal staff
  
• Strong ability to present ideas lead technical walkthroughs and produce clear status updates
  

4. Public sector Experience (5%)

• Experience with OPS IT project and architectural governance
  
• Knowledge of OPS Digital accessibility and cybersecurity standards
  

Must Have:

• 10 years of experience as a designer and developer in the large-scale multi-client web applications
  
• 10 year of hands-on working experience of Java development with Oracle or SQL database
  
• 5 years of hands-on experience of RestAPI RESTful WebServices
  
• Knowledge of security gateways and protocols (JWT Oauth2.0 SSL Certificates)
  
• Solid Understanding of Agile methodologies