API Integration Developer (Cron Job Specialist)

Job Description:

Requirement:

• We are looking for a talented and experienced API Integration Developer to join our team.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in scripting and automation, with a focus on integrating web services.
• Candidate will be responsible for writing a custom cron job that pulls data from Airtable and pushes data to Jira using REST API.
• The cron job should handle responses from Jira, logging the issue ID on success and returning errors to Airtable on failure.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a custom cron job to automate data transfer between Airtable and Jira.
• Write scripts in Python or Bash to interact with APIs.
• Utilize Jira REST API for creating epics and handling responses.
• Parse and construct JSON objects for data exchange.
• Implement error handling and logging mechanisms for API interactions.
• Set up and manage cron jobs on Unix/Linux systems.
• Ensure secure API interactions using OAuth or basic authentication.
• Monitor and troubleshoot the cron job to ensure reliable operation.
• Document the code and integration processes comprehensively.
• CollaboXX with other team members to ensure seamless integration.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Scripting Languages.
• Python (with libraries such as requests, schedule, etc.).
• Bash/Candidatell Scripting.

REST API Integration:

• Strong understanding of RESTful web services.
• Experience with Jira REST API.

Data Handling and Parsing:

• Proficiency with JSON.
• Robust error handling skills.

Scheduling and Automation:

• Experience setting up and managing cron jobs.
• Knowledge of task scheduling concepts and tools.

HTTP Methods and Status Codes:

• Proficiency with HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE).
• Understanding of HTTP status codes.

Authentication and Security:

• Experience with OAuth and basic authentication methods.

Error Logging and Monitoring:

• Experience with logging libraries.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools.

Version Control:

• Proficiency with Git.

General Software Development Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and clean coding practices.
• Good documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Airtable API.
• Familiarity with other task scheduling tools.
• Prior experience in similar integration projects.