Lead API Developer

Project Description:

We're seeking a strong and creative Software Engineer eager to solve challenging problems of scale and work on cutting edge technologies. In this project, you will have the opportunity to write code that will impact thousands of users every month. You'll implement your critical thinking and technical skills to develop cutting edge software, and you'll have the opportunity to interact with teams across disciplines.

In Luxoft, our culture is one that strives on solving difficult problems focusing on product engineering based on hypothesis testing to empower people to come up with ideas.

In this new adventure, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a world-class team in the field of Insurance by building a holistic solution, interacting with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities:

• Design and Develop APIs: Create high-performance, reusable, and reliable APIs that meet business needs.

• Collaborate with Teams: Work with other software developers and business analysts to understand user needs and translate them into technical requirements.

• Integrate APIs: Ensure seamless integration of APIs with existing data and software systems.

• Optimize for Performance: Optimize APIs for speed, efficiency, and scalability.

• Testing and Troubleshooting: Test APIs to ensure responsiveness and efficiency and identify and fix bugs or bottlenecks.

• Documentation: Document API development processes, standards, and guidelines for future reference and other developers.

• Technical Support: Provide technical support for APIs, including troubleshooting and problem resolution.

• Ensure Security: Implement appropriate encryption and data protection measures to ensure API security.

• Coaches team members and leads teams as necessary.

Mandatory Skills Description:

• Min 12+ years of experience

• Experience with API Management Platforms: Familiarity with tools like MuleSoft, Apigee, or similar.

• Knowledge of Security Protocols: Understanding of API security protocols and best practices.

• Agile Methodologies: Experience working in an Agile development environment.

• Proficiency in Programming Languages: Strong coding skills in 2 of 3 languages - Java, Python, Golang.

• Microservices: Experience building microservices in AWS and Azure and deployment and use of microservices in the Amazon and Azure ecosystem.

• Experience in API Design: Deep understanding of API design principles and best practices.

• Integration Skills: Experience in integrating APIs with existing systems.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.

• Attention to Detail: Strong eye for detail and a meticulous approach to development.

• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams

Languages:

English: C2 Proficient