API Implementation Specialist

The Kennedy Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurer is seeking an API Implementation Specialist to enhance their API strategy and integrate third-party APIs. The role involves developing analytics solutions using cloud technologies like Azure and Python, ensuring robust security protocols, and collaborating with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Python and API development experience.
• Experience in building APIs for analytics in insurance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an API strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Implement robust security protocols for APIs.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

Python

Azure

Snowflake

Databricks

Job description

This range is provided by The Kennedy Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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A leading global insurer are looking to hire an API Implementation Specialist to join a well established team which is growing.

The role will involve developing analytics solutions using leading tech stacks and cloud technologies (Azure, Snowflake, Databricks and Python).

The Role

• Develop and maintain an API strategy aligned with business objectives, enhancing current systems and integrating third-party APIs.
• Design and develop API architectures, set standards, and collaborate with stakeholders to integrate APIs with existing systems.
• Build integrations with both internal systems and external API providers.
• Document API development processes, code, and revisions using Confluence.
• Implement robust security protocols for APIs and coordinate with cybersecurity teams to address threats.
• Continuously monitor API performance, troubleshoot issues, and manage regular updates and maintenance.
• Communicate with developers, IT teams, and business leaders to align API initiatives with business goals.
• Provide training and technical support on effective API usage to team members.
• Manage technical relationships and coordinate with third-party vendors.
• Research and stay current with trends and innovations in the API space to recommend new solutions.

Required Experience

• Lead software projects with at least 4 years of hands-on leadership experience.
• 4+ years of Python development and API development experience, with Azure Functions knowledge as a plus.
• Demonstrated experience building APIs supporting analytics, research, or actuarial functions in an insurance environment.
• Proficiency with cloud technologies such as Snowflake, Databricks, and familiarity with MLOps frameworks.
• Exhibit strong collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and simplify complex problems.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst, Engineering, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Insurance, Financial Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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