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IBM API Connect (APIC) Developer

IBM API Connect (APIC) Developer

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain APIs using IBM API Connect (APIC) and related technologies.
  • Manage the full API lifecycle: planning, design, implementation, testing, deployment, monitoring, and retirement.
  • Configure and manage API Gateway policies (security, throttling, rate limiting, transformations, etc.).
  • Integrate APIs with backend systems such as databases, SOAP/REST services, and microservices.
  • Ensure compliance with API security standards (OAuth 2.0, JWT, TLS, SAML, etc.).
  • Work with DevOps teams to integrate APIs into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Monitor API usage, troubleshoot performance issues, and optimize for scalability.
  • Document APIs and provide developer-friendly portals for external/internal consumers.
  • Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of hands‑on experience with IBM API Connect (APIC) and DataPower Gateway.
  • Strong knowledge of REST, SOAP, JSON, XML, and API design best practices.
  • Proficiency in API security protocols (OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, JWT, LDAP, SAML).
  • Experience in JavaScript, and Node.js, Java, or Python for backend API development.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerized environments (OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker).
  • Knowledge of CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
  • Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with microservices architecture and event‑driven integrations.
  • Exposure to Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.

We thank all applicants for your interest and referral. However, only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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