Senior Software API Engineer

HireMore; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the tech sector is seeking a Senior API Engineer to join their engineering team. This role involves developing and maintaining RESTful APIs while mentoring junior developers. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in Java programming and a strong background in building microservices. The organization ensures compliance with KYC requirements for financial institutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with object-oriented, TDD programming in Java.
• Experience designing microservices architecture.
• Hands-on experience with Continuous Integration and Deployment strategies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement database (SQL) and middle (Java) layer solutions.
• Collaborate with architects, designers, and analysts.
• Conduct design reviews to ensure code quality and security.

Skills

Java

SQL

Microservices architecture

Continuous Integration

Application security

Automated testing

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Job Description

As a Senior API Engineer with strong Java experience, you will be a critical member of our engineering and architecture team. Your responsibilities include building, deploying, and maintaining RESTful APIs and ensuring their communication with downstream systems.

You will stay at the forefront of development and mentor a team of developers.

You will be part of the Org ID team, which connects financial institutions and clients (Asset Managers, Hedge Funds, Corporations, and Correspondent Banks) by providing a managed service environment for Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements. This service offers a real-time "KYC passport" for clients, complying with strict anti-money laundering regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement database (SQL) and middle (Java) layer solutions.
• Collaborate with architects, designers, analysts, product specialists, and other engineers.
• Analyze system specifications and translate requirements for junior programmers if applicable.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and improve existing programs for performance issues.
• Conduct design reviews to ensure code quality, security, scalability, and maintainability.
• Review code and provide feedback to improve practices and performance.
• Assist testers and support staff in resolving system issues.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with object-oriented, TDD programming in Java.
• Experience designing microservices architecture.
• Experience building back-end RESTful web services with Java frameworks.
• Experience working with SQL databases.
• Experience with agile methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with Continuous Integration and Deployment strategies.
• Knowledge of web and application security, web services security, vulnerability remediation, and certificate management.

Additional Information

Strong background in automated testing is preferred.