Microservices engineer

HCLTech; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HCLTech is seeking a highly talented Microservices/API Engineer - Security to drive innovation in technology. The ideal candidate will design scalable microservices using Java and Python, ensure robust security protocols, and work within a collaborative team to optimize cloud services. This role offers opportunities for growth within a supportive team environment and competitive compensation.

Benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Qualifications

• Hands-on knowledge of security protocols such as OAuth and OpenID Connect.
• Experience with AWS services and K8s in DevOps environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, event-driven microservices.
• Develop and secure RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with frontend teams on API contracts.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Node.js

Python

OAuth

OpenID Connect

AWS IAM roles

encryption

API security

Kubernetes

Job description

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

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

We are HCLTech, one of the fastest-growing large tech companies in the world and home to 218,000 people across 60 countries, supercharging progress through industry-leading capabilities centered around Digital, Engineering and Cloud.

The driving force behind that work, our people, are diverse, creative, and passionate, raising the bar for excellence on a regular basis. We, in turn, work hard to bring out the best in them as we strive to help them find their spark and become the best version of themselves that they can be. If all this sounds like an environment you’ll thrive in, then you’re in the right place.

We are looking for a highly talented and self-motivated Microservices/API Engineer - Security

Position/role to join us on our journey in advancing the technological world through innovation and creativity.

Job Title: Microservices/API Engineer - Security

Job ID: 1573837BR

Position Type: remote

Citizenship: Holder as per client requirement or Secret Clearance required

Role/Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, event-driven microservices using Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, and Python.
• Develop RESTful and event-driven APIs that integrate seamlessly with enterprise applications and cloud services.
• Implementation knowledge on OAuth, OpenID Connect, or AWS IAM roles is a must.
• Hands-on knowledge of encryption at rest (e.g., AWS KMS) and in transit (e.g., TLS) along with securing APIs using API gateways and rate limiting.
• Implement network security by utilizing VPCs, security groups, and NACLs to control traffic.
• Ensure high availability, performance optimization, and cost efficiency of deployed services.
• Deploy and manage microservices using AWS (Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, S3, SNS/SQS) and Kubernetes.
• Implement robust authentication and security protocols (OAuth, JWT, Keycloak) to safeguard APIs and services.
• Enable telemetry and usage tracking via Matomo for continuous observability.
• Collaborate with frontend teams to define API contracts and ensure seamless integration.

Enhance automation in the software development lifecycle by working closely with DevOps and MLOps engineers.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range Minimum: $80,000 per year

Pay Range Maximum: $110,000 per year

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should report those concerns for investigation.

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, disability insurance, employee assistance program, 401(k), paid time off, and holidays, subject to company policies.

How You’ll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Engineering Services