What you'll do.
We are seeking an experienced API Developer to join our team, specialising in IBM API Connect or MuleSoft API Management (APIM). You will work on critical API migration projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth transition and optimal API performance. The role needs a deep understanding of API management, migration strategies and integration best practices.
Skills we're looking for
- IBM API Connect
- MuleSoft APIM
- Java
- Node.js
- Python
- OAuth
- JWT
- SSL/TLS
- OpenAPI
Key responsibilities
API migration
- Lead the migration of APIs between platforms such as IBM API Connect and MuleSoft APIM
- Design, implement and validate migration strategies to ensure seamless API functionality
- Conduct gap analysis and adapt existing APIs to the target platform's requirements
Development and integration
- Develop and deploy APIs on IBM API Connect or MuleSoft APIM with high performance, security and scalability
- Integrate APIs with backend services and third-party systems
- Optimise API designs for performance and user experience
Testing and troubleshooting
- Perform unit, integration and performance testing of APIs during and after migration
- Identify, troubleshoot and resolve API issues in real time
Collaboration and documentation
- Work with architects, business analysts and developers to gather requirements and define solutions
- Maintain clear documentation for API designs, configurations and migration processes
Best practices and compliance
- Ensure all APIs adhere to organisational standards, security policies and compliance requirements
- Stay current with API management trends and suggest platform improvements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with IBM API Connect or MuleSoft APIM
- Proven experience planning and executing API migration projects
- Strong knowledge of RESTful API design principles and patterns
- Familiarity with the OpenAPI Specification (Swagger) and API documentation tools
- Proficiency in Java, Node.js or Python
- Strong understanding of API security standards (OAuth, JWT, SSL/TLS)
- Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and API analytics and monitoring tools
Preferred qualifications
- Certification in IBM API Connect or Axway APIM
- Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
- Knowledge of AWS, Azure or GCP and their API gateway services
Soft skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Detail-oriented, with a focus on quality and performance
- A can-do attitude, service-minded and customer-driven
- Able to work under pressure in a team to meet strict deadlines and compliance criteria