Senior Apigee Developer

Cognizant; Mississauga; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tech sector seeks an Apigee Developer to design and implement robust solutions on Google Cloud Platform. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in API management and cloud infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security across applications. Work is primarily remote, supporting a work-life balance while making a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Apigee API management.
• Proficient in API management tools and cloud platforms.
• Experience implementing security protocols like OAuth.

Responsibilities

• Building, deploying, and managing API proxies with security protocols.
• Optimizing cloud infrastructure and configuring network security.
• Using Apigee Developer Portal for API management.

Skills

API design (REST, SOAP)

JSON

XML

OAuth

Troubleshooting

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure

AWS

GCP

CI/CD tools

Job description

We are looking for a highly skilled Apigee Developer who will play a key role in designing and implementing powerful solutions using Google Cloud Platform and Apigee technology. You will use your expertise in cloud infrastructure and security protocols to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.

In this role, you will

• Building, deploying, and managing API proxies, including request/response flows, policies, and error handling.
• Implement robust security protocols including OAuth and JSON Web Token to safeguard data and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Optimize cloud infrastructure by configuring Google Firewalls and Apigee Edge to enhance network security and data protection.
• Implementing authentication (OAuth/OKTA, API keys), authorization, and protection against threats (OWASP)
• Use Apigee Developer Portal to facilitate API management and streamline developer onboarding processes.

What you’ll need to succeed (required skills)

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Apigee API management, including hybrid and SaaS environments.
• Proficiency in API design (REST, SOAP), JSON, XML, and OAuth.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and CI/CD tools.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and inter personal skills.

At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways. We encourage you to apply if you have most of the skills above and feel like you are strongly suited for this role. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you a unique applicant and help us see how you’d be beneficial to this role.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Working arrangements

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Ontario and/or Nova Scotia, where our hubs are located. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.