Principal consultant API Integration Specialist

Genpact (NYSE G) is a global professional services and solutions firm delivering outcomes that shape the future. Our 125000 people across 30 countries are driven by our innate curiosity entrepreneurial agility and desire to create lasting value for clients. Powered by our purpose the relentless pursuit of a world that works better for people we serve and transform leading enterprises including the Fortune Global 500 with our deep business and industry knowledge digital operations services and expertise in data technology and AI.
Inviting applications for the role of Principal consultant - API Integration Specialist you will be responsible for designing developing and maintaining robust API solutions that enable seamless data flow and system interoperability across enterprise platforms. This role requires a strong technical background hands-on experience with modern integration patterns and a passion for solving complex connectivity challenges. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure reliable and scalable API integrations that power our digital ecosystem.
Responsibilities
Design develop and implement scalable API integration solutions connecting diverse systems and applications
Collaborate with development teams to establish API-first design principles and integration standards
Analyze system integration requirements and design comprehensive API strategies
Develop and deploy RESTful GraphQL and event-driven APIs for internal and external use
Implement API security measures including OAuth2 JWT and rate limiting
Optimize existing API connections for performance reliability and scalability
Create comprehensive API documentation and developer integration guides
Monitor API performance and implement observability solutions for integration health
Troubleshoot integration issues and provide ongoing support to development teams
Ensure compliance with data privacy security and industry standards throughout the API lifecycle
Contributing to your BU/Practice by
Driving innovation through the adoption of modern API integration technologies
Enhancing the organizations connectivity and digital transformation capabilities
Supporting the development of best practices and standards for API solution delivery
Mentoring and upskilling team members in API integration methodologies

Qualifications we seek in you!
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems or a related technical field
Proven experience in API development integration and system architecture
Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript Python or Java
Experience with API development frameworks and tools (e.g. Express FastAPI Spring Boot)
Strong understanding of API standards and protocols (OpenAPI JSON Schema XML SOAP)
Familiarity with API security and authentication methods (OAuth2 JWT API keys)
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Preferred Qualifications
4 years of experience in API integration and system interoperability
Experience with message brokers and event streaming platforms (Kafka RabbitMQ Redis)
Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed system patterns
Experience with cloud platforms and API management tools
Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams
Prior experience mentoring or leading technical teams

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