API Implementation Specialist

JR United Kingdom; 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 and collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Python and API development, particularly in the insurance sector, and will be responsible for ensuring robust security protocols and API performance monitoring.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Python and API development experience.
• Experience in an insurance environment with analytics APIs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an API strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Document API development processes and implement security protocols.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

Azure

Snowflake

Databricks

Python

Job description

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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.