API Connect Admin Lead — Senior Delivery & Team Mentor

Mashreq Careers; Pakistan; On-site; PKR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Mashreq Careers seeks an experienced API Connect administration leader to drive the API management function across the software delivery lifecycle. You will supervise a team, oversee API Connect/ESB layers, and provide domain expertise for reliable production support and integration with business systems.

The role requires extensive API management experience, leadership skills, and deep knowledge of API Connect/ESB platforms to deliver secure, scalable software solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in API management with a focus on API Connect administration.
• Proven leadership skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Expertise in API design, development, and integration, with emphasis on API Connect/ESB.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency with API management tools and API Connect/ESB platforms.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Willingness to mentor and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the API Connect administration team, providing strategic direction and ensuring efficient operations.
• Conduct requirements gathering, impact analysis, and development activities with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee SIT and UAT phases, ensuring thorough testing and timely issue resolution.
• Provide expert support and guidance for critical production issues, ensuring timely resolution.
• Maintain understanding of API Connect/ESB layers and their integration with systems and business environment.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in API management.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align API Connect administration with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with security protocols and data privacy within API Connect.
• Drive innovation and explore new technologies to enhance API Connect administration.

Skills

Leadership

API design

API development

API integration

SDLC knowledge

Problem solving

API management tools

Communication

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Job description

Mashreq Careers seeks an experienced API Connect administration leader to drive the API management function across the software delivery lifecycle. You will supervise a team, oversee API Connect/ESB layers, and provide domain expertise for reliable production support and integration with business systems.

The role requires extensive API management experience, leadership skills, and deep knowledge of API Connect/ESB platforms to deliver secure, scalable software solutions.