API Integration Developer, Azure

System One; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an experienced API Integration Developer for a remote position supporting an energy client. The role involves designing, building, and maintaining secure API integrations in Azure. Candidates should have strong experience with RESTful APIs, Python, and Azure services. The ideal candidate has 6+ years of experience, collaborating with teams to deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software development experience.
• Strong understanding of REST API design, OpenAPI/Swagger, and JSON schema validation.
• Experience with asynchronous integration patterns.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs for integration with internal and external systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver optimal solutions.
• Troubleshoot and debug integration issues.

Skills

RESTful API design and development

Python for API development

Azure Logic Apps

GitHub Actions

API security principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Terraform

Azure API Management

Azure Functions

Job description

API INTEGRATION DEVELOPER, AZURE

Client – Energy Client

Work type - remote, anywhere in the US – EST Hours

Duration - 4 months

W2 Hourly Rate: $70/hr. Benefits available

ALTA IT Services is staffing a 4-month+ contract opening for an experienced API Integration Developer to design, build, and maintain secure and reliable API integrations in a modern Azure environment. This is a US-based remote position, supporting a Midwest energy customer.

The role focuses on RESTful API development, system integrations, and automation workflows using serverless and low-code Azure services. This developer will collaborate closely with other engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to deliver robust solutions that support critical business processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs for integration with internal and external systems
• Implement secure file upload and storage systems for various model types
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver optimal solutions
• Develop and maintain API documentation using industry-standard tools
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Troubleshoot and debug integration issues
• Contribute to general software development projects beyond API work
• Support continuous integration and deployment processes

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 6+ years of software development experience
• Strong experience with RESTful API design and development
• Hands-on experience with:
  • Python for API and integration development
  • Azure Logic Apps and/or Azure Functions
  • Azure API Management (APIM)
  • Azure Blob Storage (secure file handling)
  • Azure Key Vault (secret management)
• Strong understanding of REST API design, OpenAPI/Swagger, and JSON schema validation.
• Experience with asynchronous integration patterns (e.g., webhook vs polling, long-running jobs).
• Familiarity with Terraform and GitHub Actions for CI/CD.
• Knowledge of Azure AD authentication and OAuth2 security principles.
• Strong understanding of API security principles and best practices
• Experience with version control systems (Git)
• Knowledge of file handling and storage systems
• Experience with automated testing frameworks

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in regulated industries (energy, utilities, financial, healthcare, or similar).
• Knowledge of SOAP, GraphQL, and other API architectures
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
• Experience with agile development methodologies
• Knowledge of OAuth and API authentication methods
• Exposure to data transformation and reporting workflows.
• Experience writing automated integration tests (Postman, pytest, or similar frameworks).
• Familiarity with monitoring and troubleshooting distributed systems.

Technical Skills:

• Python, REST/OpenAPI, JSON
• Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions, Azure API Management
• Azure Blob Storage, Application Insights, Key Vault
• Terraform (IaC)
• GitHub Actions (CI/CD)
• Azure Active Directory (auth & RBAC)

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Team collaboration
• Time management
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Technical documentation