Sr. Software Engineer

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2

Skills

API
Docker
Git
IBM
IBM SmartCloud
Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services
Java
SQL
MongoDB
Python

Job Details

Title: Sr. Software Engineer

Location: Reston, VA 20191

Duration: 12 Months

Job Description:

  • We are seeking a Sr. Software Engineer to lead the design, development, testing, and integration of complex software systems.
  • The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with REST APIs, microservices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (AWS, IBM Cloud).
  • This role requires strong experience in API development, security standards, and deployment in hybrid environments.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor s in Computer Science or IT (or 4 additional years of experience in lieu)
  • 5+ years in software development, architecture, and system integration
  • Strong experience with Java, Python, Shell scripting, and Spring Framework
  • Deep knowledge of REST APIs, OAuth, JWT, RBAC, and microservices
  • Proficient with API Gateway platforms (IBM API Connect, AWS API Gateway)
  • Hands-on with CI/CD (Jenkins), TDD/BDD, and deployment automation
  • Experience with databases: Oracle, DB2, MongoDB, PostgreSQL
  • Familiar with OpenAPI 2.0/3.0, Kubernetes, Docker, and containerized apps

Technologies:

  • API & Integration: IBM API Connect v10, IBM DataPower v10, APIM, OAuth, SSO
  • Cloud: AWS, IBM Cloud SaaS Platform
  • Languages/Frameworks: Java, Python, Bash, Spring
  • Tools: Jenkins, Git, CI/CD pipelines
  • Databases: Oracle, DB2, SQL, NoSQL

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deploy secure REST APIs and microservices
  • Review API specs and enforce enterprise standards
  • Build reusable frameworks for API lifecycle management
  • Collaborate with CI/CD teams to automate pipelines
  • Troubleshoot API gateway (APIM, DataPower) issues
  • Support production releases and customer onboarding
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