API Developer

API Developer

12+ Months Contract

ONSITE - Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418

Essential Functions & Responsibilities
API Development & Integration (40%)

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Go and Java
• Implement secure API gateways and data integration patterns
• Create comprehensive API documentation and testing frameworks
• Ensure API scalability, performance, and reliability standards

Component Integration & Architecture (30%)

• Stitch together diverse system components including IoT devices, data platforms, and enterprise applications
• Develop middleware solutions for seamless system interoperability
• Implement event-driven architectures and message queuing systems
• Support secure cloud-native application deployment and management

Rapid Prototyping & Innovation (20%)

• Build quick proof-of-concepts (POCs) to validate technical approaches
• Collaborate with product teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Evaluate emerging technologies and their applicability to smart grid initiatives
• Support agile development methodologies and sprint deliverables

Collaboration & Support (10%)

• Work closely with cross-functional teams including DevOps, QA, and business stakeholders
• Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to team knowledge sharing
• Support production systems and participate in on-call rotations as needed

Required Qualifications
Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
• Minimum 3-5 years of software development experience
• Strong Java programming background with enterprise application development

Technical Skills:

• Proven experience in RESTful API design and development
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
• Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS (EC2, Lambda, API Gateway, RDS)
• Proficiency with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of database technologies (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar)
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with SonarQube(or similar) for reviewing and addressing code quality issues & security vulnerabilities
• Understanding of authentication/authorization patterns (OAuth, JWT)

Professional Competencies:

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced, agile environments
• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements
• Experience building POCs and technical prototypes

Preferred Qualifications
Industry Experience:

• Experience in utility, energy, or industrial IoT environments
• Knowledge of smart grid technologies, AMI systems, or connected devices
• Understanding of utility industry standards and protocols (DNP3, Modbus, etc.)
• Experience with time-series data management and analytics platforms

Advanced Technical Skills:

• Hands-on Go (Golang) development experience
• Demonstrated experience leveraging AI-powered development tools (GitHub Copilot, or similar) to enhance code generation, debugging, and development velocity
• Experience with event streaming platforms (Apache Kafka, AWS Kinesis)
• Knowledge of infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana)
• Experience with API management platforms and service mesh technologies
• Background in data engineering or real-time data processing