RQ11528 - Software Developer - API - Senior
- Required to translate technical systems specifications intoworking, tested applications. This includes: o developing detailed programmingspecifications o writing and/or generating code o compiling data-drivenprograms, 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 anunderstanding of system integration, test planning, scripting, and troubleshootingo Designs and develops REST API platform (e.g., with using Apigee/APIM) oConverts web services from SOAP to REST or vice-versa
- Resolves and troubleshoots technical problems which ariseduring the use and operation of software packages, including technicalassistance in implementation, conversion and migrations.
General Skills
- Experience in programming and analysis; specialized softwarepackage support at the specified experience level
- Ability to collaborate with IT Professionals throughout theSoftware Development Life Cycle Experience in structured methodologies for thedevelopment, design, implementation and maintenance of applications
- Experience in design, code, test, debug and documentapplications
- Experience in the use of object and/or third generationlanguage development tools
- Experience in one or more programming languages
- Experience in application design, latest design patters,deployment and troubleshooting
- Experience with relational and hierarchical databasetechnologies
- Experience in the use of information retrieval packagesusing 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 fromdiverse business area stakeholders and subject matter experts
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-makingskills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiationskills
- A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines APISkills
- 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 modificationsetc. using Apigee
- Experience in creating REST API documentation using Swaggerand YAML or similar tools desirable
- Experience with Integration frameworks (e.g., Mule, Camel)desirable
- Knowledge and experience with programming Internet-readyapplications
- Knowledge and experience in rapid application development(RAD) methodologies
- Knowledge and understanding of Information Managementprinciples, concepts, policies and practices
- Experience with middleware and gateways
- Experience reviewing, analyzing, and modifying productinstallation scripts including encoding, testing, debugging
- Ability to provide post-implementation support and resolveany post-implementation technical issues
- Experience conducting design walkthrough sessions withproject team
- Knowledge and understanding of Accessibility for Ontarianswith Disability Act (AODA) and related regulations and standards
- Ability to provide user and system documentation as required
Requirements
Experience and Skill Set Requirements
1. Core Skills and Experience (40%)
- 5+years of hands-on experience in API development, integration design, andimplementation in complex enterprise environments
- Provenexperience delivering solutions using platforms such as IBM API Connect,IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE), MuleSoft, or Azure API Management(APIM)
- Strongunderstanding of RESTful API design, event-driven architecture, andmicroservices
- Demonstratedability to integrate with enterprise platforms such as MicrosoftSharePoint, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Siebel, and Curam
- Experiencewith integration between APIs and enterprise systems (e.g., databases,CRMs, ERPs)
- Demonstratedexperience with API lifecycle management, including versioning, testing,deployment, and monitoring
- Familiaritywith cloud platforms, DevOps, and CI/CD practices for API deployment
2. Technical Skills and Experience (35%)
- Solidknowledge of API security best practices, including OAuth 2.0, JWT, APIkeys, and TLS
- Experienceimplementing API gateway policies (rate limiting, throttling,transformation, logging)
- Strongknowledge of integration patterns, such as synchronous/asynchronousmessaging, pub/sub, and message queues
- Deepunderstanding of OpenAPI (Swagger) specifications and API documentationstandards
- Hands-onexperience with middleware, ESB, and enterprise integration patterns
- Provenability to integrate APIs with SharePoint document libraries andworkflows, CRM systems, and case management platforms
- Familiaritywith containerization technologies (e.g., Docker) and orchestration tools(e.g., Kubernetes) is an asset
- Proficientwith monitoring and troubleshooting tools for APIs and integrations
- Abilityto troubleshoot integration errors and performance issues acrossplatforms
3. Communication and Documentation Skills (20%)
- Excellentwritten and verbal communication skills for both technical andnon-technical audiences
- Abilityto document APIs, integration workflows, and technical specificationsclearly and thoroughly
- Experiencecollaborating with cross-functional teams including business analysts, QA,developers, and product owners
- Skilledin facilitating technical discussions and providing knowledge transfer tointernal staff
- Strongability to present ideas, lead technical walkthroughs, and produce clearstatus updates
4. Public sector Experience (5%)
- Experiencewith OPS IT project and architectural governance
- Knowledgeof OPS Digital , accessibility, and cybersecurity standards
Must Have:
- 10+ years of experience as a designer and developer in thelarge-scale multi-client web applications
- 10+ year of hands-on working experience of Java developmentwith Oracle or SQL database
- 5+ years of hands-on experience of RestAPI, RESTfulWebServices
- Knowledge of security gateways and protocols (JWT,Oauth2.0, SSL Certificates)
- Solid Understanding of Agile methodologies